Kienyeji (2025)
Kienyeji tells the story of two university students, Cynthia and Charlie, from conflicting Kenyan communities who fall in love and plan to marry despite their families' opposition. The narrative explores tribalism and cultural differences as their attempts to unite face challenges, including a failed ruracio due to unpaid dowry, food poisoning at a second attempt, and ultimately, divorce pressured by Charlie's father. Amid exams, financial struggles, and personal setbacks, their journey unfolds with Ohangla and Mugithi music, raising questions about love and tradition. Will love triumph, or will societal pressures prevail?
Director: Oliver Oscar Ochanda
Genre: Romance, Drama
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date: January 1, 2025
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Screenplay
Production: Cool Beans Productions
Country: Kenya
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kienyeji about?
- Kienyeji tells the story of two university students, Cynthia and Charlie, from conflicting Kenyan communities who fall in love and plan to marry despite their families' opposition. The narrative explores tribalism and cultural differences as their attempts to unite face challenges, including a failed ruracio due to unpaid dowry, food poisoning at a second attempt, and ultimately, divorce pressured by Charlie's father. Amid exams, financial struggles, and personal setbacks, their journey unfolds with Ohangla and Mugithi music, raising questions about love and tradition. Will love triumph, or will societal pressures prevail?
- Who directed Kienyeji?
- Kienyeji was directed by Oliver Oscar Ochanda.
- Who stars in Kienyeji?
- Kienyeji stars Nyokabi Macharia, Xavier Ywaya, Amina Hussein, Micheal O'Oluoch, Caroline Kipsutto, Benson Ochungo Obiero.
- How long is Kienyeji?
- Kienyeji has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is Kienyeji?
- Kienyeji is a Romance, Drama film.
- Where was Kienyeji produced?
- Kienyeji was produced in Kenya.