Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi’s latest film, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, has set new records, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
In a heartfelt statement shared on her verified Instagram account,the actress expressed deep gratitude to her followers for their unwavering support of her latest project.
The milestone marks a career high for Toyin, as the film surpassed her previous achievements by earning over 50 million naira at the box office.
Her fans were thrilled by the news, with many believing that this release could help her surpass the one-billion-naira milestone. In her post, Toyin Abraham playfully teased those who use gifts to entice their fans to the cinema. While she didn’t mention names, actresses Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe have reportedly employed such tactics since their movies premiered.
She expressed her gratitude, acknowledging the overwhelming love, kindness, and support from fans nationwide, which contributed to the impressive opening weekend figures.
Thank you for watching and supporting us.
Without expecting gift or inducement at the box office to buy our tickets, you’ve stood by us, and we are deeply grateful.
However, we’ve learned that #AlakadaBadAndBoujee isn’t showing in many cinemas.
Nigerians, thank you from the bottom of my heart! This support means the world to me. Please, let’s keep the momentum going—spread the word far and wide, Alakada Bad and Boujee! Is showing in all the cinemas.
I love you all endlessly.
Toyin Abraham’s post did not sit well with netizens who slammed her for shading others when she does the same.
karfyre wrote, “Without expecting gift and inducement yet u did d same last year. Women and envy are 5 and 6. Everyone is staying on their lane abeg.”
otbcouture wrote, “So all the meet and greet is not inducement?
Dey play.”
princess_aishax wrote, “Which one is without expecting a gift again. I hope you can market your project without using some unnecessary words. You’re a good filmmaker. Pls you need to work on yourself. I say this respectfully. Massive sales”
abiwomonica wrote, “You always have a way of throwing shades, later you’ll start writing yeye epistle (oni epistle isonu).”
