Famous

Made in Kenya

In the music industry in Kenya, fame equals success. Some will do whatever it takes. Famous is first and only on Showmax.

About the show

In the music industry in Kenya, where fame equals success, some will do whatever it takes to make it to the top. Get ready to watch this world come alive on your screens in Famous, a new 10-part music drama coming soon and exclusively to Showmax.

Created and directed by renowned music video director and filmmaker Enos Olik and produced by his production company, EOP Films, Famous follows three young artists – Nyota, Magic and Nikita – as they navigate the intricate music industry in Nairobi.

In this glamorous yet brutal world, Nyota struggles to rise to stardom as she battles to overcome her sordid past. Magic, a renowned rapper and producer who has gained notoriety for his fast life and wealth, tries to take his empire to the top with his number one artist, Nikita, whose successful career is threatened by new scandals and a desire for even bigger things.

Famous stars actor and former Mr World Kenya Khula Budi (Maria) as the troubled rapper and producer Magic, with newcomers Brianna Wanjiku as Nyota and Michelle Tiren as Nikita.

Keith Chuaga (Disconnect), Manasseh Nyagah (Uradi), Ciku Shire (The Wives), Morris Mwangi (You Again), Sarah Hassan (Crime and Justice), Brahim Ouma, and Sandra Wambui also feature in supporting roles.

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Michelle Tiren is Nikita

Nikita's successful career is threatened by new scandals and a desire for even bigger things. Michelle Tiren plays Nikita.

Khula Budi is Magic

Magic, a renowned rapper and producer who has gained notoriety for his fast life and wealth, tries to take his empire to the top. Khula Budi plays Magic.

Brianna Wanjiku is Nyota

An aspiring and talented musician, Nyota struggles to rise to stardom. Nyota is played by Brianna Wanjiku.

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