In a stunning display of star power and digital dominance, Nollywood actress and producer Bimbo Ademoye has rewritten the history books.
Her latest holiday blockbuster, “Where Love Lives,” has taken the internet by storm, reportedly surging past 6 million views within just 72 hours of its Christmas Eve premiere. This unprecedented feat cements her status as a box office queen of the digital era and highlights the explosive growth of the Nigerian movie industry on YouTube.
The Record-Breaking Run
Released on December 24, 2025, on Bimbo Ademoye TV, the film wasted no time in captivating audiences. By Boxing Day (December 26), reports confirmed the movie had already crossed 5.6 million views in just two days. As of today, December 27, the view count has continued its meteoric rise, with industry watchers and fans celebrating it as one of the fastest-viewed Nollywood releases in history.
This performance rivals and potentially eclipses previous heavyweights. For context, Omoni Oboli’s viral hit “Love in Every Word,” released in March 2025, set a high bar by racking up 6.1 million views in its first 3 days.
Ademoye’s “Where Love Lives” is now challenging that benchmark head-on, signalling a new peak for direct-to-YouTube releases. It also joins the league of massive hits, such as Treasure in the Sky, which garnered 10 million views in one week, and Koleoso Part 5, which reached 1 million views in just 8 hours.
A Star-Studded Masterpiece
The movie, a 2025 Romantic Comedy, features a powerhouse cast that has kept viewers glued to their screens:
Bimbo Ademoye as the resilient and hilarious lead.
Uzor Arukwe is playing the “Odogwu” husband, a role that has drawn widespread acclaim for his chemistry with Bimbo.
Chioma Nwosu and Osas Ighodaro deliver standout performances that add depth and glamour to the story Bryan Okoye in a key supporting role.
The plot follows the story of Demilade and Ekene moving into an affluent neighbourhood, only to face the “mean girls” of the estate—Queen, Imade, and Eno. It is a tale of class struggle, romance, and resilience, delivered with the signature humour and emotion that fans have come to expect from Ademoye’s productions.
A Victory for Nollywood and Nigerian Audiences
The “YouTube Revolution” in Nollywood has democratized distribution, allowing producers like Omoni Oboli, Ruth Kadiri, and Bimbo Ademoye to reach millions globally without the bottleneck of traditional cinema.
While Funke Akindele continues to dominate the box office with Behind The Scenes becoming the highest-grossing cinema film of 2025 (over ₦500 million in 10 days), Ademoye is proving that the small screen commands an equally massive and engaged audience.
Praise for the Industry:
We commend Ademoye for her consistency, hard work, and ability to tell stories that resonate deeply with the “average Nigerian” while maintaining high production values. We also salute the Nigerian audience—home and abroad—whose unwavering support and data subscriptions are the fuel propelling Nollywood to these dizzying global heights. As the comments section buzzes with praise for the film’s lessons on love and dignity.
“Where Love Lives” is currently streaming on Bimbo Ademoye TV on YouTube.
