Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ has become the first Nollywood film to surpass N1 billion at the box office.
Akindele produced and directed the film, while Adeoluwa Owu co-directed.
FilmHouse Group announced this in a statement on Thursday,
They say the historic feat marks a significant milestone in the Nigerian film industry and showcases the global appeal and strength of local productions at the cinema.
“Akindele’s film has not only captivated audiences but has also proven the resilience of Nigerian cinema in the face of global streaming giants like Netflix and Prime Video,” the statement added.
‘A Tribe Called Judah, released on 15 December 2023 in cinemas nationwide, became the first Nollywood film to gross over N113 million in its opening weekend.
As of press time, the film continues to enjoy popularity and critical acclaim.
In less than three weeks it was released, the movie surpassed the admission records of blockbusters such as Sugar Rush (229,060), which had a 13-week run, and King of Boys (220,565), which had a 17-week run at the box office.
On 3 January, the movie held the records for the top three highest-grossing Nollywood films with 854M. Behind Akindele’s Battle on Buka Street with 668M and Omo Ghetto: The Saga with 636M.
