Big Girl Small World
Kenyan TV series
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Big Girl Small World is a 2024 Kenyan rom-com 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.[1]
- June Njenga
- Daina Njuguna
- Emmanuel Mugo
- Fidel Maithya
- Derek Bbanga
- Kui Kabala
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| Genre | Romantic comedy |
| Written by | Angela Ruhinda |
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| Country of origin | Kenya |
| Original languages | English Swahili |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Kevin Njue |
| Running time | 25-35 minutes |
| Production company | Giraffe Africa Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 8 May – 31 July 2024 |
The show debuted on Showmax in May 2024 and stars June Njenga and Daina Njuguna.
Plot
Ciku, a successful, plus-sized radio personality, stumbles through a journey of self-discovery after her sex tape, 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[2] 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
| Series | Episodes | Originally released | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 13 | 8 May 2024 | 31 July 2024 | |
Season 1 (2024)
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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| 1 | "Sex, Lies & Covers" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 8 May 2024 |
| 2 | "Rise & Fall" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 15 May 2024 |
| 3 | "Origin Story" | Nick Mutuma | Unknown | 22 May 2024 |
| 4 | "Hide & Seek" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 29 May 2024 |
| 5 | "Love & Light" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 5 June 2024 |
| 6 | "The Beatdown" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 12 June 2024 |
| 7 | "S.O.S" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 19 June 2024 |
| 8 | "Cock Blocker" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 26 June 2024 |
| 9 | "Running on Fumes" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 3 July 2024 |
| 10 | "Tea, Cookies & Triangles" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 10 July 2024 |
| 11 | "The Great Awakening" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 17 July 2024 |
| 12 | "Case of The Ex" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 24 July 2024 |
| 13 | "The Naked Truth" | Nick Mutuma | Various | 31 July 2024 |
Production
Development
Big Girl Small World was announced [3] ahead of the Showmax Kenya relaunch[4] 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.[1]
Release
Showmax released the first episode on 5 May, and subsequent episodes were available on the streaming platform every Wednesday until 31 July.
Reception
Critical and audience response
Business Daily Africa's Stanlaus Manthi termed the Big Girl Small World as a ″humorous look at middle-class struggles in Nairobi″in his positive review.[5]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| 2024 | Dakar Séries Festival | Best Short Series | Nick Mutuma and Kevin Njue | Won | [6] |
| Best Editing | Allan Bosire | Won | |||
| Best Lead Actress | June Njenga | Won |