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The Digest: Award-winning actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has declared that her focus is on telling authentic African and Nigerian stories rather than competing with industry colleagues. Speaking at a National Film and Video Censors Board awards event, Akindele emphasized that her...

The Digest: Content creator Habeeb 'Peller' Hamzat has publicly revealed that actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele came to his aid following his arrest in December. Peller, who was arrested after intentionally crashing his car during a live stream, stated in a viral video that Akindele "helped...

The Digest: Actress Iyabo Ojo has weighed in on the ongoing Nollywood debate regarding modern movie promotion methods. According to a post on her Instagram, Ojo questioned traditional norms by asking, "Who made the rules?" Her comments follow a public clash between filmmaker Kunle Afolayan and...

The Digest: Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has stated she will not participate in dance-driven movie promotions if they feel obligatory or "a chore." Speaking in an interview, she clarified that while she enjoys dancing for fun, the current industry backlash stems from the...

The Digest: Filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has disclosed that actress and producer Funke Akindele confronted him over a recent interview he gave, during which she allegedly yelled and ordered him not to mention her name. Appearing on Arise News, Afolayan recounted an unexpected, emotionally charged...

The Digest: Nollywood box office record-holder, Funke Akindele, has issued a veiled response to filmmaker Kunle Afolayan's recent criticism of intensive movie promotion styles. In posts on her Instagram Story, Akindele dismissed suggestions that her energetic, dance-driven marketing strategy...

The Digest: Prominent filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has openly criticized the intense promotional culture surrounding cinema releases in Nollywood, stating he would only return to theatrical distribution if guaranteed he would not have to "dance" to sell his films. Speaking at The Lagos Business of...

The Digest: Veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has ignited a debate by questioning the financial viability of cinema releases for Nollywood producers. Speaking at a Lagos industry summit, he contrasted the demanding promotional grind required by cinemas, like daily costume changes, with the more...

The Digest: The Nigeria Film Corporation (NFC) has officially commended filmmaker Funke Akindele for the historic box office performance of her latest film, 'Behind The Scenes'. According to a statement by NFC Managing Director Ali Nuhu, the film has grossed over ₦2.4 billion, making it the...

The Digest: Funke Akindele’s latest film, Behind The Scene, has made history as Nollywood’s first to earn over ₦2 billion. Released in December 2025, the movie’s success proves that authentic storytelling can weather any storm and break every record. Key Points : Behind the Scenes has earned...

The Digest: Nollywood superstar Funke Akindele's latest film, 'Behind the Scenes', has reached a new box office milestone, grossing ₦1.77 billion and reclaiming the number one spot for the weekend, further cementing her unparalleled commercial dominance in the industry. Key Points: 'Behind...

The Digest: Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has reached another historic milestone as her latest film, Behind The Scenes, surpassed ₦1 billion in domestic cinema earnings, becoming the fastest West African release to hit the mark. According to distributor FilmOne Entertainment, the film...

The Digest: Funke Akindele's new movie, Behind The Scenes, has earned over ₦200 million in its opening weekend, setting multiple records and becoming the biggest Nollywood opening of 2025. Key Points: Funke Akindele's new film, Behind The Scenes, grossed over ₦200 million in its opening...

The Digest: Nollywood stars Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham have jointly dispelled long-standing rumors of a rivalry, presenting a united front at a recent movie premiere in Lagos. A viral video captured the two actresses engaged in a warm, private conversation, visibly dismissing speculation...