Speculations are currently making waves on social media regarding the significant earnings of renowned Nollywood stars, including Funke Akindele, Destiny Etiko, and others. Reports allege that some of these stars rake in up to $200,000 monthly from various monetized platforms.
These revelations were brought to light by popular investigative journalist and blogger, Stella Dimoko Korkus, who has a reputation for uncovering hidden details about the entertainment industry. In her post, she provided an in-depth breakdown of the staggering figures reportedly earned by Nollywood actors and producers through social media and streaming platforms.
According to Stella, the financial dynamics within Nollywood have shifted significantly, with many actors and producers leveraging their online presence to earn substantial income. She emphasized that appearance fees for movie roles are now determined based on the perceived earnings of producers from YouTube and other platforms.
Highlighting specific earnings, Stella disclosed that movie producers like Ruth Kadiri and Funke Akindele allegedly earn approximately $200,000 monthly, with one of them heavily investing in real estate ventures. This transformation has elevated these actresses to billionaire status, solidifying their influence within the industry.
Stella also claimed that producers such as Uche Jombo and Omoni Oboli reportedly make between $70,000 and $100,000 monthly, while stars like Destiny Etiko and Chizzy Alichi earn over $50,000 monthly from their monetized content.
She further revealed an intriguing detail about a prominent Abuja-based movie producer, identified simply as Uche. This individual reportedly earns an astonishing $400,000 monthly from monetized platforms, attributing their lavish lifestyle and high-end studio to their immense success.
In her words, Stella elaborated: “Nollywood is experiencing a financial revolution. There’s no reason for any actor to be broke unless they are lazy. The likes of Funke Akindele, Ruth Kadiri, Uche Jombo, and others are reaping the rewards of their hard work. Producers now charge fees based on projected earnings from monetized platforms.”
Interestingly, actors such as Freddie Leonard and Yul Edochie were also mentioned. Freddie reportedly earns around $50,000 monthly and has shifted his focus to producing and monetizing his content, while Yul has faced criticism online for his content yet continues to profit significantly from his online platforms.
The journalist explained that monetization opportunities on platforms like YouTube require about 2,000 subscribers to initiate, making it accessible for determined actors to tap into this lucrative space. She concluded by emphasizing the beauty of this financial shift, describing it as a game-changer for Nollywood professionals.
Fans and industry insiders have reacted to Stella’s post with excitement and curiosity, as many applaud the actors and producers for maximizing their opportunities in the digital age.
See Stella Dimoko Korkus’ original post below…
