Entertainment of Tuesday, 20 January 2026

Source: www.thenationonlineng.net

Funke Akindele makes history in Canada, North America with “Behind The Scenes”

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Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has achieved a significant milestone with her 2025 film “Behind The Scenes” grossing over $111,256 in Canada and $190,249 in North America.

The film has become the highest-grossing Nollywood release, pushing Akindele’s Nigeria and Ghana box office earnings to over N2.2 billion.

In a statement on Instagram, Akindele expressed her gratitude to fans in Canada, US, Nigeria, and Ghana, attributing her success to God’s mercy and her fans’ unwavering love.

She wrote: “I’m honestly overwhelmed with gratitude, and I don’t take any of this for granted.

“Slide 1 – Canada, wow… thank you! You made the opening weekend unforgettable. In just 3 days, you showed BEHIND THE SCENES so much love, and this milestone means more to me than words can express.
Slide 2 – USA: To my amazing family in the USA, thank you for showing up and showing love. Your support has been incredible, and it truly touches my heart to see how you’ve embraced this film.

“To Nigeria and Ghana, my precious FANmily, thank you for always standing with me. You inspire me, you push me, and you remind me why I do this.

“This journey has taught me that while hard work, consistency, and growth are important, it is truly God’s mercy and your unwavering love that make everything come together. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for riding this journey with me. I’m forever grateful”.