Disconnect is a 2018 Kenyan romantic comedy film directed by David "Tosh" Gitonga and Michael Jones. The film explores the dating scene in Nairobi and stars Brenda Wairimu and Nick Mutuma, who lead a diverse cast.
The film aired on Netflix on 16 October 2020 making it one of the top Kenyan films to feature on the on-demand video platform, after the premieres of Poacher and Sincerely Daisy.
Plot The film revolves around a secret romantic attraction between two best friends, Celine and Josh, and their closest friends in the Kenyan capital. Celine has difficulty getting into the right kind of relationship and often relies on the advice and emotional support of her friends, including TK, the crazy one; Judy, the prayer warrior; Robin, Celine's sister; and Preeti, her co-worker and the fun one. Josh also relies on his friends, Otis and Jennings, who help him navigate the urban relationship jungle.
Cast Brenda Wairimu as Celine Nick Mutuma as Josh Catherine Kamau as TK Pascal Tokodi as Otis Bridget Shighadi as Neema Pierra Makena as Robin Patricia Kihoro as Judy Justin Mirichii as Khalid Aseem Sharma as Preeti Arthur Sanya Muiruri as Jennings (as Arthur Sanya) Brian Ogola as Richard Illya Frank as Belinda Isaya Evans as Kenneth Jazz Mistri as Ciru Willy Mwangi as Jacob Samwel Njihia as Celine's grandfather Jerry Mokua as Belinda's driver Keith Chuaga as Andrew Zainabu Harri as Mrs. Njuguna (as Zainabu Hari) Joyce Maina as Samantha Joe Miano as period date guy Muthoni Gatheca as Ma. Anzeste May Wairimu as Celine's mum Maqbul Mohammed as Patrick (as Makbul Mohammed) Stanley Mburu as Gatheca Hellen Njoki as Betty Yvonne Wambui as nurse Runjugi Ian Andrew as reporter Humphrey Maina as Kamotho Junior Winnie Wangui as Mrs. Mbuthia Shiviske Shivisi as Ashley Vera Atsang as Neema's assistant Esther Mueni as waitress
Release The film was released on 21 April 2018.
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