Nollywood star Femi Adebayo has achieved a groundbreaking cinematic feat, with his latest epic film 'Agesinkole 2: King of Thieves' grossing a staggering ₦417 million within just twelve days of its release. This remarkable milestone was reached through an innovative distribution strategy focused on community cinemas across Nigeria's Southwest region.
A Defining Moment for Nollywood Distribution
The official box office figures were announced on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, by Blue Pictures Film Distribution Company in a collaborative social media post with the actor and filmmaker. The distribution company hailed the achievement as a defining moment for Nollywood's cinema business, emphasizing the project's role as a trailblazer.
In a statement, Blue Pictures highlighted the film's unprecedented success: "This moment means everything. What started as a bold idea became a movement. What many doubted became a monumental chapter in Nollywood history." The announcement specifically noted that 'Agesinkole 2' is the first-ever community cinema title and the first Nollywood film to be distributed primarily through this localized network of cinemas.
Celebrating an Uncharted Path and Audience Support
Femi Adebayo later confirmed the historic numbers on his personal X (formerly Twitter) account, expressing gratitude and reiterating the film's pioneering status. "₦417 MILLION in just 12 days. First ever community cinema title. First Nollywood film to live in community cinemas. First filmmaker to step into this uncharted path," he wrote.
The success has been attributed to a powerful collaboration between purpose-driven organizations and, most importantly, the overwhelming support from audiences. Blue Pictures extended thanks to viewers across the six southwestern states where the film was screened, stating, "To everyone who showed up, believed, bought a ticket, and made history with us – this victory is yours."
The film is a co-production between Euphoria 360, Circuits, and Hawk Studios, with distribution expertly managed by Blue Pictures Film Distribution Company.
Part of a Larger Nollywood Box Office Boom
The triumph of 'Agesinkole 2' arrives amidst an exceptional period for Nigerian cinema. In a related development, FilmOne Entertainment announced that Funke Akindele's latest release, 'Behind The Scenes,' has grossed ₦1.77 billion at the Nigerian box office, reaffirming her position as Nollywood's highest-grossing producer.
Similarly, actress Toyin Abraham's film 'Oversabi Aunty' crossed the ₦700 million mark within 18 days of its cinematic debut. These consecutive successes underscore a robust and growing appetite for high-quality Nollywood productions in West African theaters, signaling a vibrant and commercially sustainable era for the industry.
