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By Rita Okoye
After an outstanding seven-week run in theaters, Onobiren is wrapping up in style, firmly establishing itself as a cultural phenomenon, a box-office success, and a record-breaking Nollywood release of 2026.
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The film earned an impressive ₦138.1 million at the box office within just seven weeks, highlighting its status as a true breakout hit.
From its debut, Onobiren captivated audiences, quickly becoming the number one film in West Africa for two consecutive weeks and emerging as the highest-grossing March 2026 release.
Its momentum only increased as it surpassed the ₦100 million mark in just three weeks, setting the stage for one of the most remarkable cinema runs of the year.
Beyond the box office numbers, the film has redefined industry standards in Nollywood, becoming the highest-grossing film about women, the highest-grossing South-South production, and the highest-grossing faith-based film, while also representing a significant achievement for a non-actor producer. With a stellar 9.1 IMDb rating and a spot among the top three Nollywood releases of 2026, Onobiren has combined commercial success with strong audience approval, further affirming its impact.
Speaking on its success, executive producer and writer Laju Iren expressed heartfelt gratitude: “The success of Onobiren is because of everyone who showed up for us, the press, the cinema community, our partners, the critics, and every single supporter. To the women who came out en masse, the men who stood with us, and everyone who bought a ticket, whether one or a hundred, you made this possible. From Nigeria to the world, this was a collective effort. We made history together, and I’m deeply grateful. And now, Onobiren continues its journey, coming to virtual cinemas from May 1st to 5th, so even more people can experience it,” she said.
