Nollywood superstar and box office queen Funke Akindele is setting new milestones in her career.

Sharing on her Instagram page, Funke revealed that her latest Cinema movie, Behind The Scenes, has surpassed N1 billion in box office earnings.

The actress, who is renowned as the “Queen of the Box Office,” took the opportunity to express her gratitude to her fans, saying they have always been her greatest value. She thanked them for supporting her movies and brand over the years.

She also acknowledged her distributors and colleagues, including those not featured in the film, who participated in meet-and-greet events to engage with fans.

“Over the years, I’ve always valued my fans because without God and you, I am nobody. Thank you all for coming out to watch this movie and for supporting my brand through the years.
Thank you to the distributors, and especially to my colleagues, including those not in the movie, who still came out to meet and greet my fans.
Big love to the cast and crew. This is only the beginning. Let’s take Behind The Scenes even further.
If you haven’t seen it yet, please come watch with your family and friends.
Behind The Scenes is now showing in the UK & Ireland 🇬🇧🇮🇪 and will debut in the USA 🇺🇸 on January 9. Ticket link in bio,” she wrote.

Earlier this month, Funke celebrated 27 years in the movie industry, reflecting on the role of God’s favor, hard work, and consistency in her success.

She recently shared on Instagram that each new project reminds her that growth happens outside comfort zones. According to Funke, dedication, focus, and perseverance are key to continuous growth.

In mid-2025, the actress reflected on her early career, acknowledging a period when she had little spotlight but held onto her dreams. Over time, patience, growth, and grace transformed her journey into purpose.

This year, Funke also broke her previous box office record with her 2024 Cinema movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa, which became the highest-grossing film in West Africa, earning N1.6 billion.

Known for her perfectionism, Funke has shared her passion for filmmaking and directing, emphasizing her commitment to ensuring every detail is right. She encouraged young creatives to embrace hard work, noting that the path to success isn’t always easy but is always worth it.