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‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ Replaces ‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti’ At Nigerian Box Office, Rakes In ₦53.3 Million

June 4, 2024
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‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ Replaces 'Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti' At Nigerian Box Office, Rakes In ₦53.3 Million

Nollywood biopic film, “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti,” directed by Bolane Austin-Peters, has moved down to the second spot at the Nigerian box office, according to data from the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigerian (CEAN). The film, which follows the story of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the mother of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has grossed a total of ₦89.1 million since its release on 17th May, 2024.

It grossed ₦46.3 million in its opening week and ₦42.7 million in its second week, making it the highest-grossing Nollywood film within the period.

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New entry, “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”,  has taken the top spot at the box office, earning a weekly gross and total gross of ₦53.3 million. The comedy-drama film “Ajosepo,” which held the number one spot for a month, has dropped to number five with a weekly total of ₦11.6 million and has grossed a total of ₦240 million.

READ ALSO:A Tribe Called Judah: How Nigerian Box Office Rakes In N19bn Revenue In 3 Years

Nollywood epic film “Blacksmith: Alagbede,” which held third place after earning ₦11.3 million in its opening weekend, has dropped to number eight with a weekly gross total of ₦4 million. “Blacksmith: Alagbede” has grossed a total of  ₦60.3 million. These figures are based on data from CEAN, which published a report on the top 10 films exhibited in Nigeria from 24th May, 2024, to 30th May, 2024.

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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.

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