Salaam Dar S1
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14 February 2025

Salaam Dar S1

Salaam Dar is a 93-minute dance, music, and drama film directed and produced by Adam Juma. Set in bustling Dar es Salaam, it tells a powerful story of ambition, resilience, and self-expression through the transformative power of dance and music. 

Salaam Dar follows Salima (Winfrida Joseph), a young woman navigating societal pressures, family conflicts, and personal struggles as she seeks to reclaim her dreams. Along the way, she falls in love with B9 (Fadhili Mtimungu), a musician. Together they face battles as they prepare to win a coveted prize.

Also look out for Susan Pepe as Adela, Lightness William as Mwantumu, and Vinod Mishra as Khanji.

Salaam Dar  tackles themes around youth empowerment through the arts, overcoming challenges, dance as a medium of liberation, and the complexities of family and gender dynamics. 

Salaam Dar delivers a vibrant and emotionally charged journey, highlighting the strength and creativity of young Tanzanians striving to overcome adversity and make their mark.