Funke Akindele, Nigeria’s highest-grossing director, recently paused her busy schedule to engage with fans while promoting her latest hit, Everybody Loves Jenifa, which has made history by surpassing the ₦1 billion box office milestone.
During a live session with her followers, Funke also shared her thoughts on Femi Adebayo’s recent film, Seven Doors, praising the filmmaker’s work and contributing to the ongoing conversation about Nollywood’s growth.
Given that her own eagerly awaited film debuted at the same time as Femi’s, making them appear to be competitors in the eyes of both fans and critics, the timing of her comments added layers of interest.
Instead, many have been surprised by her positive remarks regarding the cast of the movie, especially Femi Adebayo and Chioma Akpotha.
During a candid live session, she shared her thoughts on Femi Adebayo’s highly anticipated Netflix original, Seven Doors.
Amidst her bustling commitments, Funke admitted she hadn’t yet had the opportunity to watch the movie that has been generating immense buzz both locally and internationally.
She lauded Femi Adebayo’s exceptional talent as a filmmaker, describing him as a visionary whose ability to craft compelling narratives consistently raises the bar in the industry.
Her praises didn’t stop there. Funke reserved special accolades for Chioma Akpotha, who took on the lead role in Seven Doors. She described Chioma as a “phenomenal talent” whose depth and authenticity as an actress leave indelible impressions on audiences.
The online chatter surrounding her comments has been nothing short of electric. Many have commended Funke for using her platform to celebrate her colleagues, proving that success is sweeter when shared.
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