Nollywood actress and producer Mercy Aigbe has taken to social media to celebrate a major breakthrough as her latest movie, Thinline, has grossed over ₦100 million in cinemas nationwide.
The star took to Instagram to express her gratitude for the overwhelming support the film has received.
In a post on Instagram, Aigbe wrote:
“Elede mi a de Oyo, Ariwo e lo ma po Against all odds, against all the challenges, my amazing movie THINLINE is still thriving and standing tall. My heart is full of gratitude to God and to everyone who has supported this journey thus far. I am so, so grateful!”
She went on to thank her fans for their encouragement, calling their love and support the driving force behind the movie’s success:
“This win would not have been possible without your love, encouragement, and support. To everyone who has seen this masterpiece in a cinema, I say thank you! To those who continue to spread the word, I say thank you.”
Thinline, which Aigbe described as a cinematic experience “never before,” continues to draw crowds to theaters across the country.
The film is distributed by CinemaxNG and has been praised for its compelling storyline and top-notch production.
Aigbe urged fans who haven’t seen the film to get their tickets and join the movement:
“Stop dulling! Go give yourself a treat! Go enjoy a cinematic experience like never before. Thinline is still showing in cinemas nationwide—a must-watch!”
This comes after Mercy Aigbe accused some cinemas of sabotaging her film.
The actress claimed some cinema staff discourage fans from watching Thin Line, and recommended other options.
Femi Branch buttressing the point, also expressed displeasure over cinemas who want to frustrate filmmakers by playing favourites.