Agbara Nla: The Return Breaks Box Office Records in Nollywood

"Agbara Nla: The Return," a Nollywood faith-based film, has achieved remarkable success by generating over N71 million from single-day preview screenings before its official release. The film grossed approximately N70 million from 12,134 admissions during its preview period from September 25 to October 1, marking the highest single-day preview gross recorded in West Africa.

This performance also established the film as having the highest first-day figure for 2026 and the biggest first-day gross for a Nollywood title. The distributor, Nile Entertainment, noted that the film's success is attributed to its compelling story and audience reception. "Agbara Nla: The Return" is a modern reimagining of the 1993 classic created by filmmaker Mike Bamiloye, who reprises his role as Isawuru.

The film features directors Damilola Mike-Bamiloye and Joshua Bamiloye, alongside a cast that includes Aanu Kolade Abiodun, Remilekun Mosiko, Philip Olubakin, Gloria Mike-Bamiloye, and David Kola Okeowo. It revisits the narrative of Muwonleru, a village under the influence of Isawuru, focusing on two believers who confront his spiritual dominance.