Daniel Oriahi’s ‘The Weekend’ makes ₦ 8 million in its first weekend -

The psychological thriller became the first independently produced Nollywood film to premiere at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival.

The Weekend grosses 8 million naira in box office [Instagram/@filmoneg]

The Weekend, directed by Nollywood filmmaker Daniel Oriahi, has grossed over ₦ 8 million naira in just two days since its release.

In an official statement issued by the film’s distributor, Filmone Entertainment, it was announced that the film has earned over ₦ 8 million in ticket sales at the cinemas.

“Smashing records one week at a time. The Weekend had grossed over 8 million Naira at the box office. Thank you for your love and support towards this incredible movie. Don’t miss out- watch now in all cinemas,” the post said.

This impressive achievement comes just two days after the film’s premiere. Earlier this year, The Weekend was selected for the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival in New York.

Produced by Uche Okocha of Trino Motion Pictures, this psychological thriller tells the story of an orphaned woman yearning for a sense of belonging, who visits her fiance’s seemingly perfect family, only to uncover their dark secrets. The film stars Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Bucci Franklin, Meg Otanwa, Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey, Gloria Anozie-Young and Damilola Ogunsi.