Nollywood film Farmer’s Bride has achieved remarkable success, becoming the second highest-grossing movie with ₦37.1 million in its opening weekend.
The film has also set records as the highest Nollywood opening weekend for an 18-rated film in 2024 and the fourth highest Nollywood opening weekend overall this year.
Filmone Entertainment, the film’s distributors, made the announcement, celebrating its box office performance.
“Farmer’s Bride has smashed box office records in its opening weekend! Thank you for making this film a massive success! If you haven’t experienced it, don’t miss out—get your tickets today! Farmer’s Bride is now showing in all cinemas nationwide,” the post stated.
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Set in 1980s Ibadan, Farmer’s Bride tells the story of Odun, a wealthy, lonely farmer seeking solace in marriage with a young bride, Funmi.
However, their union faces numerous challenges as Funmi struggles to find happiness and ultimately embarks on a forbidden affair with Odun’s nephew.
The consequences lead to a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and the supernatural.
Released in cinemas on September 27, 2024, the film features a stellar cast, including Tobi Bakre (Gangs of Lagos), Gbubemi Ejeye (Far From Home), Femi Branch (House of Gaa), Mercy Aigbe (Ada Omo Mummy), Efe Irele (L.I.F.E), and Wumi Toriola (Aburo).
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