By Muhammad Sal
The political thriller film Red Circle has crossed the N100 million mark at the Nigerian box office just three weeks after its release on June 7, 2025.
By June 30, the movie had grossed a total of N101.8 million, making it one of the top Nollywood hits of the year. It earned N33.8 million during its opening weekend and reached N74.5 million after two weeks, maintaining strong audience interest throughout June. Data from the Nigerian box office confirms its steady climb past the N100 million benchmark by the end of its third weekend.
Red Circle was directed by Akay Mason and co-written by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed. It is produced by Awolowo and Tijani Ahmed under Rixel Studios. This film marks Awolowo’s first full-length feature after a successful career in cinematography and documentary filmmaking. The movie’s success highlights her rising influence in Nigerian cinema.
The story follows Fikayo Holloway, played by Folu Storms, an investigative journalist who uncovers a dangerous corruption ring in Lagos, putting herself and her family at risk. The cast also features well-known Nollywood stars like Bukky Wright, Timini Egbuson, Tobi Bakre, and Mr. Macaroni.
Awolowo, 26, is a self-taught director and Ekiti State University graduate. She gained recognition with documentaries like Life at the Bay and has worked on campaigns for major brands and HBO’s Insecure. Red Circle is her most ambitious and financially successful work to date.
This milestone matters because it reflects the evolving tastes of Nigerian moviegoers and the potential for local films to compete strongly at the box office, encouraging more investments in diverse and impactful stories.
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