‘Farmer’s Bride,’ a Nollywood film released on September 27, 2024, has achieved impressive box office success, grossing ₦89 million in just over a week.
Directed by Adebayo Tijani and Jack’enneth Opukeme, the movie has set a record as the highest-grossing Nollywood film for an 18-rated release in its opening weekend this year, and ranks as the fourth highest-grossing Nollywood movie overall for 2024.
The production company, Filmone Entertainment, shared the milestone on October 7, 2024, expressing gratitude to fans for their support. In an official post, they encouraged moviegoers to continue watching ‘Farmer’s Bride,’ which is still showing in cinemas across the country.
The film is both produced and distributed by Filmone Studios, marking another hit for the Nollywood production and distribution powerhouse.
Set in the 1980s Ibadan, ‘Farmer’s Bride’ tells the story of Odun, a wealthy farmer who marries a young bride, Funmi, in hopes of finding companionship. However, their marriage becomes troubled as Funmi grows unhappy and begins an affair with Odun’s nephew.
This forbidden relationship leads to a powerful narrative filled with love, betrayal, and supernatural consequences.
The film’s strong storyline has drawn audiences to theaters, further boosted by its all-star cast. Among the notable actors are Tobi Bakre, who gained fame in ‘Gangs of Lagos,’ and Gbubemi Ejeye from ‘Far From Home.’
They are joined by veteran Nollywood stars Femi Branch, Mercy Aigbe, Efe Irele, and Wumi Toriola, adding weight to the movie’s emotional depth and appeal.
Since its release, ‘Farmer’s Bride’ has continued to perform well at the box office, riding on both positive word-of-mouth and the strong cinematic presence of its talented cast.
Audiences have been captivated by the film’s portrayal of complex relationships and the dark consequences of infidelity, set against the backdrop of traditional rural life in Nigeria.
With its current trajectory, ‘Farmer’s Bride’ is expected to continue climbing in box office earnings, adding another success story to Nollywood’s growing list of popular films.
The film’s mixture of drama, romance, and supernatural elements has made it a must-see in Nigerian cinemas, reflecting Nollywood’s continued evolution in storytelling and production quality.
