Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Shatters Records, Surpasses N1 Billion Mark at Box Office
In a groundbreaking achievement for Nollywood, Funke Akindele’s latest cinematic venture, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ has etched its name in history as the first Nigerian film to soar past the N1 billion mark at the box office. The film achieved this remarkable milestone just three weeks after its initial release.
The announcement came from FilmHouse Group CEO, Kene Okwuosa, who hailed the accomplishment as a testament to the golden era currently unfolding for Nigerian cinema. In a statement released on Thursday, Okwuosa expressed pride in Akindele’s creation, emphasizing its ability to not only captivate audiences but also showcase the unwavering strength of Nigerian cinema amidst the dominance of global streaming giants like Netflix and Prime Video.
“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 read.
The remarkable success story of ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ began with a groundbreaking opening weekend, where it became the first Nollywood movie to gross over N113 million. The film hit the theaters on December 15, 2023, captivating audiences and steadily accumulating unprecedented box office revenue.
As the movie continues to break barriers and redefine the possibilities for Nigerian cinema, it symbolizes a triumph of local storytelling against the backdrop of the global entertainment landscape. ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ has not only become a box office sensation but also a beacon of hope for the industry, setting the stage for future Nollywood productions to aim for new heights on the international stage.
