Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi has addressed speculations that her recent Instagram post subtly targeted her colleagues, including Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe. The actress clarified that her words, which some interpreted as shade, were simply an expression of gratitude to her fans who have supported her new movie, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, without expecting any inducements.
In her post, Toyin shared a video of herself enjoying a moment with fans at the cinema, emphasizing her appreciation for those who watched the movie without asking for gifts. She explained that her statement about fans supporting the film “without expecting a gift or inducement” was not intended to criticize anyone but to highlight her gratitude for their unwavering support.
“I have seen many messages suggesting that my post about the three-day box office performance of Alakada: Bad and Boujee was intended as shade. Please, that is not true,” she wrote. Toyin further explained that feedback from meet-and-greet events had revealed that some individuals refused to watch the movie unless they received incentives, but many others chose to support the film wholeheartedly.
The actress celebrated the milestone of her film grossing ₦58 million within three days of release, attributing the success to her fans’ love and support. She reiterated that her intention was solely to thank her supporters and not to make veiled remarks about her colleagues.
While the clarification comes amidst rumors of competition among Nollywood stars, Toyin remains focused on celebrating the success of her movie and hopes to reach even greater box office milestones.
Earlier, speculation arose that Toyin’s comments indirectly addressed the practice of enticing fans with gifts during cinema visits, a strategy associated with actresses like Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe. However, Toyin has firmly dismissed these claims, urging fans and observers to avoid misinterpreting her words.
As Alakada: Bad and Boujee continues to break records, Toyin Abraham’s dedication to her craft and connection with her audience remains at the heart of her success.