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‘I only made N22m from my cinema movie despite N103m gross’ – Actress Omotola
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‘I only made N22m from my cinema movie despite N103m gross’ – Actress Omotola

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omotola Ekeinde revealed her movie 'A Mother's Love' grossed over N103 million ($223,000 USD) in cinema ticket sales.
  • Ekeinde stated that despite the high gross revenue, her personal earnings from the film amounted to only N22 million ($47,000 USD).
  • The discrepancy highlights potential financial structures or profit-sharing models within the Nigerian film industry.

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Omotola Ekeinde has disclosed the financial performance of her movie 'A Mother's Love,' revealing a significant gap between the film's gross earnings and her personal take-home pay. The movie achieved a notable box office success, grossing N103,094,633 (approximately $223,000 USD) during its theatrical run.

However, Ekeinde stated that her share from these substantial ticket sales was considerably lower, amounting to N22 million (around $47,000 USD). This revelation brings attention to the financial dynamics and profit distribution within the Nollywood industry, where gross revenue does not always translate directly into proportional earnings for filmmakers or actors.

The actress's statement prompts discussion about the various costs, distribution agreements, and revenue-sharing models that influence the net profits of film productions in Nigeria. Her candidness offers a glimpse into the business side of filmmaking, shedding light on the complexities that filmmakers navigate beyond the creative process.

I only made N22m from my cinema movie despite N103m gross

— Omotola EkeindeThe Nollywood actress and filmmaker shared the financial details of her movie 'A Mother's Love' to highlight the difference between gross earnings and her net profit.
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