''Big Girl Small World'' is a 2024 Kenyan
rom-com
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series directed by
Nick Mutuma and produced by Kevin Njue. It follows a plus-size woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery after a humiliating scandal.
The show debuted on
Showmax
Showmax is a subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service that launched in South Africa on 19 August 2015.
Its majority owner is MultiChoice, which owns 70% of the Showmax group, while American conglomerate NBCUniversal owns 3 ...
in May 2024 and stars June Njenga and Daina Njenga.
Plot
Ciku, a successful, plus-sized radio personality, stumbles through a journey of self-discovery after her
sex tape
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, involving her long time boyfriend, is leaked .
In the process, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting the stereotypes and societal pressures that seek to shrink her existence.
Cast
* June Njenga as Ciku, a successful plus-sized radio personality who faces challenges in her personal and professional life.
* Daina Njenga as Aisha, Ciku’s former best friend who is free-spirited and has a carefree outlook on life.
* Emmanuel Mugo as Cassim, Ciku's long-term boyfriend.
* Fidel Mathiya as Kwame, Ciku’s colleague and confidant. He is also a single dad who harbors feelings for Ciku.
* Derek Bbanga as Jomo, a charming man who is willing to offer Ciku everything she desires.
* Kui Kabala as Maureen, Ciku’s nemesis. She is a fast-rising and ambitious radio presenter.
Series Overview
Season 1 (2024)
Production
Development
''Big Girl Small World'' was announced ahead of the
Showmax
Showmax is a subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service that launched in South Africa on 19 August 2015.
Its majority owner is MultiChoice, which owns 70% of the Showmax group, while American conglomerate NBCUniversal owns 3 ...
Kenya relaunch in May 2024 alongside ''Untying Kantai, The Real Housewives of Nairobi Season 2'' and ''Nilichoma.''
The show features an all female writing team. Angela Ruhinda, known for her work on ''Binti'' serves as the headwriter an Joining her are Gathoni Kamau (Murder Camp), Wanjiru Kairu (The Agency), Safina Iqbal (“Disconnect”), and Kui Mwai.
Release
Showmax
Showmax is a subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service that launched in South Africa on 19 August 2015.
Its majority owner is MultiChoice, which owns 70% of the Showmax group, while American conglomerate NBCUniversal owns 3 ...
released the first episode on 5th May, and subsequent episodes were available on the streaming platform every Wednesday until July 31st.
Reception
Critical and audience response
Business Daily Africa
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's Stanlaus Manthi termed the ''Big Girl Small World'' as a ″humorous look at middle-class struggles in Nairobi″in his positive review.
Awards and nominations
References
External links
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''Big Girl Small World''at
Showmax
Showmax is a subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service that launched in South Africa on 19 August 2015.
Its majority owner is MultiChoice, which owns 70% of the Showmax group, while American conglomerate NBCUniversal owns 3 ...
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2020s crime drama television series
English-language Showmax original programming
Kenyan drama television series
Swahili language Showmax original programming