Award-winning Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has achieved a historic feat as she prepares for the highly anticipated UK premiere of her latest movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa.
The movie has set a groundbreaking record by selling out two screens ahead of its December 20, 2024, premiere, making it the first Nigerian film to achieve this milestone for a UK debut. This achievement reflects the growing global appeal of Nigerian cinema and the unmatched popularity of Akindele’s work.
Sharing the exciting news on her Instagram account earlier today, December 15, Akindele expressed heartfelt appreciation to her devoted fans, fondly referred to as “Jenifans.” Her post highlighted their unwavering support and the incredible love they have shown for the movie.
She wrote: “Jenifans!!!!!!! You’ve outdone yourselves again. History made as the second screen for *Everybody Loves Jenifa* December 20th UK premiere is SOLD OUT.”
The film continues the adventures of the beloved and iconic character Jenifa, bringing her hilarious and inspiring journey to a global audience. This remarkable achievement sets new benchmarks for Nigerian cinema and showcases the international potential of Nollywood films.
Nile Media Entertainment, the international distributor for the movie, also confirmed this record-breaking milestone through a statement on social media. Their post emphasized the significance of the accomplishment and expressed gratitude to the fans:
“History made. *Everybody Loves Jenifa* becomes the first Nigerian film to sell out 2 screens before premiere. Jenifans, you’ve shattered records back-to-back ahead of the December 20th UK premiere. Thank you all for your unwavering support and love.”
Additionally, the distributor announced plans to expand screenings by adding more screens and territories to accommodate the overwhelming demand. Fans are eagerly awaiting further details on additional screenings as the excitement continues to build. The UK premiere of the movie is set to elevate the global recognition of Nigerian cinema and further cement Funke Akindele’s legacy as a trailblazer in the film industry.
