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.
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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.