Funke Akindele, acclaimed actress and producer, has announced the anticipated release of her upcoming film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, slated for December.
Yet, she remains tight-lipped about further details, leaving fans curious about whether it will hit theaters or streaming platforms. Everybody Loves Jenifa likely continues the legacy of the beloved Jenifa franchise, which includes The Return of Jenifa and the TV series Jenifa’s Diary.
Originating with Funke Akindele’s portrayal of Jenifa, the story follows her journey from a village girl seeking fortune in the city, navigating the complexities of life alongside a colorful cast of characters.
Jenifa received four nominations at the 2009 Africa Movie Academy Awards, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Best Original Soundtrack and Best Nigerian Film. It starred Iyabo Ojo, Ronke Odusanya, Eniola Badmus, Mosunmola Filani and Ireti Osayemi.
The TV series starred Funke Akindele, Juliana Olayode, Lota Chukwu, Paschaline Alex, Lolo1, Falz, Joy Nice, and Michael Uba.
Funke Akindele’s last work, A Tribe Called Judah, premiered in cinemas in December 2023 and broke a box office record within 21 days of its release. This made it the first Nollywood film to gross N1bn.
The movie’s success surpassed the actress’ previous films Battle on Buka Street (N668.4m) and Omo Ghetto (N636.1m), which currently sit as the second and third highest-grossing films at the Nigerian box office, respectively.
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