Nollywood’s box office race is heating up as fresh figures reveal major shifts among the year’s top earners. The latest chart, compiled as of December 22, 2025, shows strong audience turnout across cinemas nationwide, with new movements reshaping the Top 10.
Sitting firmly at the summit is Gingerrr, which continues its remarkable run with a gross of ₦521 million, holding on to the No. 1 spot as the year’s highest-grossing Nollywood title so far.
Close behind, Behind The Scenes has surged to No. 2, pulling in an impressive ₦512 million. Its rapid climb reflects growing word of mouth and sustained cinema attendance, placing it within striking distance of the top position.
At No. 3 is Ori (Rebirth) with ₦419.57 million, followed by Reel Love at No. 4 with ₦356.82 million. Both films have maintained steady momentum since release, reinforcing their appeal across diverse audiences.
Rounding out the upper half of the chart, Iyalode claims No. 5 with ₦306.36 million, while Labake Olododo sits at No. 6 after grossing ₦264.28 million.
In the lower tier of the Top 10, Owambe Thieves ranks No. 7 with ₦205.63 million, and The Herd follows at No. 8 with ₦193.37 million. Abaniseté (The Ancestor) holds No. 9, earning ₦164.98 million.
Breaking into the elite list this week is Warlord (Olori Ogun), which has climbed into No. 10 with ₦126.01 million, marking a notable entry into the year’s top-grossing titles.
Just outside the Top 10, Her Excellency stands at No. 11 with ₦125.1 million, remaining close enough to challenge for a spot as the year draws to a close.
These latest standings highlight the growing strength of Nollywood’s cinema culture and the audience’s appetite for diverse stories, from epic dramas to contemporary thrillers. With weeks still ahead in the year, the box office race remains wide open, and more shifts are expected.
