
Reckless S1
From the creators of Faithless and Second Family comes Reckless, a gripping youth drama set to premiere this June.
A Live Eye Production, Reckless follows the tumultuous lives of the Sonoko brothers who find themselves at a crossroads following a tragic accident during an illegal street race that changes their lives forever. Forced to flee their opulent lives in the city and seek refuge in a remote village, the brothers must grapple with their troubled past and confront their personal flaws. Can they rise above their reckless ways to become worthy heirs to their family legacy?
The show features a stellar cast, including Brian Abajah (Single Kiasi), Sammy Okore (Machachari), AMAA nominee Godfrey Odhiambo (Malooned), Ann Muli (The Chocolate Empire), Eddie Mbugua (Igiza), Joyce Musoke (Wise Woman), newcomer Joan Kenduywa, and award-winning TV host turned actress Georgina Mbira (Our Perfect Wedding).
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