Suggestions




Nigerian Box Office: ‘Egun’ Leads Charts, Makes ₦9.1 Million In Third Week

November 27, 2023
by
Nigerian Box Office: 'Egun' Leads Charts, Makes ₦9.1 Million In Third Week

“Egun” emerged as the top-grossing Nollywood movie at the box office, for the second week in a roll. The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) reported a seven-day gross of ₦9.1 million between November 17 and 23, 2023, cementing “Egun” as the movie to watch.

Debuting on November 17, “Egun” secured the third spot on the charts during its first week, trailing behind Hollywood giants “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” and “The Marvels.”

Join our WhatsApp Channel

Written by Kayode Kasum and Dare Olaitan, this November release has captivated Nigerian audiences with its narrative centering around a corporate office plunged into chaos when an unexpected package containing juju arrives.

Following closely in the rankings is “Adire,” securing the second position as the second most-watched Nollywood title, with a commendable seven-day gross of ₦5.5 million.

READ ALSO:Nigerian Box Office: “Egun” Racks ₦6.1 Million During Opening Weekend

Premiering on November 3, this FilmOne original delves into the life of a young female fashion entrepreneur navigating the repercussions of her past. With last week’s figures, “Adire” has amassed a total gross of ₦26.1 million since its theatrical debut.

Maintaining its status as a crowd favorite is the latest installment in AY Makun’s comedy-crime drama franchise, “Merry Men 3.” With a seven-day gross of ₦5.1 million, the film has accrued an impressive ₦114 million in the six weeks since its debut.

While these Nollywood films captivated audiences, Hollywood productions like “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” and “The Marvels” held the top spots.

The former concluded its first week with a total gross of ₦31.7 million, while the latter secured a ₦29.2 million gross in its second week, accumulating ₦81.4 million overall after two weeks in Nigerian cinemas.

Somto
+ posts

Somto is an Entertainment Reporter with a passion for uncovering the latest stories in the world of entertainment. As a dedicated journalist, Somto delivers in-depth reporting, exclusive interviews, and breaking news coverage.

She covers a wide range of topics, from celebrity interviews to industry trends and film reviews.

As an Entertainment Reporter for Prime Business Africa, She continues to provide comprehensive and insightful coverage of the entertainment industry, offering readers an insider's perspective on the latest developments and trends. She is a trusted source for breaking news, exclusive interviews, and thought-provoking analyses.

Somto is dedicated to providing valuable information and entertainment to her audience while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity.

Follow Somto on social media:

LinkedIn: Somtochukwu Bisina

#EntertainmentReporter #MediaProfessional #Journalism

Bisina Somto

Somto is an Entertainment Reporter with a passion for uncovering the latest stories in the world of entertainment. As a dedicated journalist, Somto delivers in-depth reporting, exclusive interviews, and breaking news coverage.

She covers a wide range of topics, from celebrity interviews to industry trends and film reviews.

As an Entertainment Reporter for Prime Business Africa, She continues to provide comprehensive and insightful coverage of the entertainment industry, offering readers an insider's perspective on the latest developments and trends. She is a trusted source for breaking news, exclusive interviews, and thought-provoking analyses.

Somto is dedicated to providing valuable information and entertainment to her audience while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity.

Follow Somto on social media:

LinkedIn: Somtochukwu Bisina

#EntertainmentReporter #MediaProfessional #Journalism

Related Posts

Nigeria’s Pension Fund Assets Surge To N17.658trn In October 2023
Previous Story

Pension Fund Administrators Allocate N130.18bn To Infrastructure Investment

Nigeria, Indonesia Join U.S., China, India As Emerging Global Powers By 2050 - Report
Next Story

FCTA Lists ‘Red Zones’ For Kidnapping In Abuja

Featured Stories

Related Posts

Latest from Entertainment

Simisola Bolatito Kosoko

Simi: Police to Review Alleged Sexualising Comments About Children

Authorities in Lagos have referred a controversy involving Nigerian singer Simi to the police for preliminary investigation, following the circulation of old social media posts attributed to the artist. The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency said it could not ignore
simi

How Singer Simi Got Caught in Rape Accusations

Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has found herself at the centre of controversy after old social media posts resurfaced, prompting calls for an investigation into her mother’s daycare. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in

Two Nollywood Crew Members Found Dead on Film Set

Shock has rippled through Nigeria’s film industry after two young men who helped bring movies to life were found dead inside a car at a film location in Lagos. Ekemini “GeeTee” Imeh, a respected lighting director, and his colleague Ayodeji Walter Odediran
Nigeria’s Pension Fund Assets Surge To N17.658trn In October 2023
Previous Story

Pension Fund Administrators Allocate N130.18bn To Infrastructure Investment

Nigeria, Indonesia Join U.S., China, India As Emerging Global Powers By 2050 - Report
Next Story

FCTA Lists ‘Red Zones’ For Kidnapping In Abuja

Don't Miss

Starmer, Trump Discuss Ukraine Peace Talks, Iran Nuclear Negotiations, Gaza Aid

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a phone conversation late

Brice Oligui Nguema Wins Gabon Presidency In Landslide Victory

General Brice Oligui Nguema, the leader of Gabon’s military government,