Real Housewives of Nairobi: Showmax Officially Announces Series Launch
Showmax and NBCUniversal Formats Announce The Real Housewives of Nairobi
Streaming service Showmax, in collaboration with NBCUniversal Formats, is set to debut The Real Housewives of Nairobi in 2023 as a Showmax Original. This marks the 22nd international adaptation of the popular Real Housewives format and the sixth in Africa.
The Real Housewives of Nairobi, building upon the success of previous African franchises like The Real Housewives of Johannesburg, Durban, and Lagos, promises to showcase the lives of Nairobi's elite. Denise Mwende, Showmax's Content Specialist in East Africa, stated, "As an African streaming platform, we're committed to telling diverse African stories, and celebrity reality TV remains a favorite among our viewers."
Eugene Mbugua's D&R Studios, responsible for Kenya's hit docu-reality shows, have been entrusted with the task of producing The Real Housewives of Nairobi. Mbugua expressed excitement about the opportunity, stating that they've had a strong working relationship with Showmax and are ready to commence production.
With the success of other African franchises, viewers can expect surprises and stellar storylines from The Real Housewives of Nairobi. Mbugua noted, "If our casting process is any indication, Nairobi is shaping up to be a show worth watching."
In anticipation, viewers can binge-watch other African franchises of The Real Housewives on Showmax, including The Real Housewives of Lagos, The Real Housewives of Durban seasons 1 and 2, and The Real Housewives of Johannesburg seasons 1 and 2.
[Relevant enrichment data integrated:] The Real Housewives of Nairobi was a significant success, winning Best TV Show at the 2024 Kalasha Awards. It became the biggest Showmax Original in Kenya.
In conclusion, the release of The Real Housewives of Nairobi on Showmax promises an extensive look into the lives of Nairobi's socialite scene. With the successful track record of previous African adaptations, viewers are eager to see what The Real Housewives of Nairobi has in store.
The Real Housewives of Nairobi, set to be a Showmax Original, is expected to offer an engaging glimpse into the lives of Nairobi's elite, following the success of previous African franchises. In preparation for its release, viewers can enjoy binge-watching other adaptations of the Real Housewives series, such as The Real Housewives of Lagos, Durban, and Johannesburg, also available on Showmax.
