Wendy Imasuen, Funke Akindele Team Up For Another Emotional Blockbuster, ‘Behind the Scenes’

Wendy Uwadiae Imasuen, a renowned producer, is set to make waves in the movie industry once again with his latest project, “Behind the Scenes. “ This heart-wrenching film, produced by Funke Akindele and himself, is titled “Behind the Scenes.”

The movie, which promises to be an emotional rollercoaster, explores people’s struggles and heartbreak in their closest relationships.

Imasuen describes the movie as a relatable story with valuable lessons to be learned. Akindele also revealed that the film was inspired by a divine instruction to create a story relatable to real-life experiences.

“This movie promises to explore the struggles and realities often hidden from the spotlight, offering a story that resonates beyond surface glamour,’ Imasuen added.

This is not the first time Imasuen and Akindele have collaborated. Their previous collaboration, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” grossed N1.8 billion in cinemas. Imasuen praises Akindele as “an embodiment of creativity and a restless spirit,” stating that working with her is always a learning experience.

“Each time I work with her, I try to match up with her energy. You cannot produce for Funke and be lazy. So, your toes must always be on the ground, your eyes must always be on the prize. I have worked closely with Funke since 2019, and I have no regrets.”

The movie, directed by Funke Akindele and Tunde Olaoye, boasts a talented cast, including Tobi Bakre, Vee, Uzor Arukwe, Iyabo Ojo, Mr Macoroni, Destiny Etiku, Uche Montana, Afeez Ayitoro, Ini Dima-Okojie, and Ibrahim Chatta, among others.

“Behind the Scenes” is set to premiere in cinemas worldwide on December 12, 2025. The UK premiere will be on December 4, while Nigeria’s premiere is slated for December 7. The team will announce the America and Canada premieres later.

With Imasuen and Akindele’s track record, “Behind the Scenes” is poised to break box office records, following the success of previous hits like “The Tribe Called Judah” and Everybody Loves Jenifa.”