KRG The Don gives teaser of the upcoming Social-Elite Reality show
By Elizabeth NgigiControversial musician, Karuga Kimani alias KRG the Don, who feels he is always misunderstood by the public for his braggadocious mannerisms, says he will be revealing more about himself in the upcoming reality series Nai-Rich.
KRG The Don describes himself as a businessman, farmer, industry loan shark, producer, and entertainer who claims to be one of the richest artists in Kenya.
“I do not want to pre-empt the show but I think most people think they know me better based on what I share on my social platforms, which is not the case. I am always judged for expressing my thoughts the way I do and for know-how, The show will offer some more incites about what the public doesn’t know about ‘Bugaa’. With the show, we are proving we can do more than what our fans see us do. It has various stars.” KRG The Don spoke to Nairobi News.
The singer also spoke of his decision to take a music sabbatical.
“My priorities right now are quite different, and there was also something I was going through that I wanted to navigate without too much noise. I am building my plans as I strategize on joining politics.
Despite facing criticism online for his braggadocious misdemeanor, KRG remains unfazed.
“When Kenyans love you, they insult you on social media but when they meet you in person, the reaction changes.”
The upcoming reality he features in takes viewers on a thrilling journey into the lives of five influential figures who have made their way to the top against all odds and are now making a killing out of it. They share their lives behind the glitz and glam of social media, giving viewers a glimpse behind the curtains of their drama-filled lives as they navigate friendship, love, family, and business in the Kenyan entertainment industry.
The 13-part reality series is produced by Samuel Maina, popularly known as Sammy Dee. “The idea for Nai–Rich was born from a desire to showcase the vibrant and dynamic lifestyle of Nairobi’s young elites, blending luxury, ambition, and challenges they face,” says Sammy Dee.
He adds;
“The cast became stars through social media, and some of them had to turn lemons into lemonade as they became stars in unconventional ways.”
The show also features other social elites;
Phoina Wambui aka Phoina, is a celebrity hair and make-up artist, a beauty entrepreneur, and founder of Phoina Beauty.Faith Makau, alias Amber Ray, is a socialite brand influencer and entrepreneur. the mother of four (comprising two biological and two step-children) is in a relationship with flamboyant city businessman Ken Rapudo who is also cast in the show.Socialite Entrepreneur and influencer Risper Faith who rose to fame after appearing in Kenya’s premier reality series Nairobi Diaries is also part of the cast