NOLLYWOOD ACTORS

Top 10 Highest Earning Nollywood Actors In 2023 And Amounts (FULL LIST)

Amid Nigeria’s vibrant and ever-evolving film industry, a select group of actors emerged as standout box office champions in 2023.

These actors amassed an impressive estimated N2.939 billion from hit movies such as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, ‘Malaika’, ‘Afamefuna’, and ‘Merry Men 3’, among others.

Based on data provided by Comscore and FilmOne, these stars have not only mesmerized audiences but also shattered previous records, solidifying their positions as the industry’s top-grossing talents in 2023.


While renowned figures like Femi Adebayo, Richard Mofe-Damijo, ‘Breath of Life’ lead Wale Ojo, and Bolanle Ninalowo didn’t get spots on the list, actors like Emeka Ike, Odunlade Adekola, and Charles Okafor managed to claim spots among the top 10 highest-grossing Nollywood actors for the year under review.

Below is a list of top 10 highest-grossing Nollywood actors for 2023:

1. Timini Egbuson – N1.098 billion

2. Jide Kene – N799 million

3. Stan Nze – N166 million

4. Ramson Nouah – N151 million

5. Kunle Remi – N148 million

6. Emeka Ike – N144 million

7. Ayo Makun – N137 million

8. Deyemi Okanlawon – N130 million

9. Odunlade Adekola – N128 million

10. Charles Okafor – N126 million