A viral video of a home fire from the set of Funke Akindele’s most recent film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has sparked discussions. Funke Akindele is a Nollywood star and box office queen.
As the cast and crew rushed to put out the fire, the tape showed a dramatic scene in which her multimillion-naira mansion appeared to be on fire during filming. Despite the turmoil, Funke seemed very composed and unconcerned.
According to reports, Funke Akindele risked a lot with her property to make sure the film was realistic. The actress, who has a reputation for cutting costs, empowered 175 crew members, 95% of whom were young talent, and self-funded the movie.
Funke made a calculated decision to collaborate with the Lagos State Fire Service on the film’s fire-related sequences. In a post on his X page, Jubril Giwa, the Lagos State Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, acknowledged the state’s role in maintaining safety during the production and reaffirmed this partnership.
Funke Akindele’s dedication to her craft and her audacious investment in producing unforgettable cinematic experiences have been praised by fans and industry insiders. Audiences are already anticipating Everybody Loves Jenifa, one of the most anticipated Nollywood films.