Nollywood fans have revived calls for a romantic on-screen reunion between Funke Akindele and Femi Adebayo following the actress’ inclusion in the cast of the upcoming sequel to Netflix’s original film, Jagun Jagun.
The pairing has triggered excitement on social media, with fans revisiting the actors’ memorable collaboration in the 2008 Yoruba film Taiwo Taiwo and sharing behind-the-scenes pictures and videos from the Jagun Jagun 2 photoshoot.
The renewed interest, popularly described as “shipping”, has seen fans celebrate the duo’s on-screen chemistry, with some calling for a remake of their earlier film.
In Taiwo Taiwo, Akindele played T-Girl, while Adebayo portrayed T-Boy. The characters lived seemingly ordinary lives during the day but operated a robbery syndicate at night.
Their performance in the film has remained memorable among fans, many of whom have continued to express interest in seeing the actors reunite in similar roles.
The latest excitement also follows their appearance together at the seventh birthday celebration of actress Wunmi Toriola’s son in October, where videos of the pair exchanging greetings circulated online.
Fans subsequently renewed calls for a remake of Taiwo Taiwo, with Akindele responding positively to the suggestion. Adebayo also expressed enthusiasm about the possibility.
The conversation gained further momentum following promotional content featuring the actors ahead of the Jagun Jagun sequel.
Bodun (@bodungirl) shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the photoshoot, writing, “Where are my fellow shameless shippers FA2.. Funke Akindele & Femi Adebayo bts of Jagun Jagun2 photoshoot.”
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POLAN (@POLANKLASIQ) wrote on October 23, “See how Funke Akindele and femi Adebayo looks lovely in this video No ship looks loving than this”.
Similarly, O’Nene (@stylishnene) wrote on October 19, “Apparently a lot of Nigerians are shipping FUNKE AKINDELE and FEMI ADEBAYO THEY ARE BOTH PARENTS OF TWINS (”
Big Dams (@ade_darme) also expressed support for the pairing, writing on October 19, “they’re shipping Femi Adebayo and Funke Akindele? I’m there. my ship since 2008 I no use dem play o”
Another fan, Jasper (@Talk2warith), praised the actors’ talents and imagined a potential romantic storyline involving them.
“Imagine Femi Adebayo and Funke Akindele rekindling their romance and eventually getting married. Nollywood would never be the same! With their combined talent, passion, creativity and business acumen, they could become the Dangotes of Nollywood. As far as I’m concerned, Femi Adebayo is the best actor in Nigeria. His versatility, creativity and ability to bring every character to life are simply outstanding. That man is exceptionally talented!” he wrote.
Aladire (@SistoFavored) also noted that fans had named the pairing “FaFa”, writing on October 18, “Shippers of Funke Akindele and Femi Adebayo are at it again They have named it FaFa as seen today on fb Una shippers, your ship fit no sail.o, Don’t go and be having heart p@in o FaFa2026”
However, some social media users cautioned against interpreting the actors’ friendship and professional interactions as evidence of a romantic relationship.
Lola Okunrin (@lollypeezle) wrote on October 23, “Femi Adebayo is doing what he does around Funke Akindele on a normal day and you people are screaming ‘awwn, they are so in love’ Nothing here is showing romantic relationship. Una go force two incompatible people into relationship.”
Despite the differing reactions, Akindele’s inclusion in Jagun Jagun 2 has renewed interest in her previous collaborations with Adebayo, with fans eagerly anticipating their on-screen reunion.
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