Manfriend (Nigeria TV series)
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| Genre | Drama |
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| Country of origin | Nigeria |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Uche Ikejimba |
| Editor | Jolomi Odokuma |
| Running time | 24–25 minutes |
| Production company | Blink Africa |
| Original release | |
| Network | Africa Magic |
| Release | 5 January 2024 – present |
Manfriend, is a 2024 Africa Magic Original Nigeria television drama, executively produced by Uche Ikejimba, and starring Kunle Coker, Zainab Popoola, Chinonso Arubayi, Adetola Jones, Martha Ehinome, Raymond Adeka, Venita Akpofure, Frankincense Eche-Ben, and Rotimi Adelegan.[1]
Plot
[edit]Manfriend tells the story of the Kings, following the fallout of their parents Tersoo and Wandoo, who reunite as secret lovers.[2]
Cast
[edit]Main
[edit]- Kunle Coker - Tersoo King
- Zainab Popoola - Wandoo King
- Chinonso Arubayi - Dooshima King
- Adetola Jones - Doosur King
- Martha Ehinome - Mimidoo King
- Raymond Adeka - TAJ
- Venita Akpofure - Tessy
- Frankiscense Eche Ben - Dr Obi
- Rotimi Adelegan - Segun
Supporting
[edit]- Omobola Akinde - Aunty Shadee
- May Anne - Aunty Oge
- Eniola Elizabeth - Marie
- Marian Osioh - Ivie
Episode
[edit]| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | ||
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| 1 | 13 | January 5, 2024 | March 29, 2024 | |
Season 1 (2024)
[edit]| No. | Title | Original release date | |
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| 1 | TBA | 5 January 2024 | |
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Welcome to the chaotic lives of the King's family.[3] | |||
| 2 | TBA | 12 January 2024 | |
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Wandoo reacts to the news of Tersoo's engagement. Dooshima reveals where her money really goes to. Doosuur becomes a bone of contention and Wandoo makes a decision.[4] | |||
| 3 | TBA | 19 January 2024 | |
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Doosuur goes through it as she devises ways of meeting up Wandoo's incredible request.[5] | |||
| 4 | TBA | 26 January 2024 | |
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Aftermath of Wandoo's encounter with Obi. Dooshima gives succor to the one she loves.[6] | |||
| 5 | TBA | 2 February 2024 | |
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Dooshima's canadian plans hang. Doosuur unleashes on Dooshima. Obi and Wandoo walk into trouble.[7] | |||
| 6 | TBA | 9 February 2024 | |
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Dooshima stalks her runaway lover and also reveals a big secret. | |||
| 7 | TBA | 16 February 2024 | |
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Dooshima tells her mum a big lie. Doosur has a "bestie" moment with Taj. Mimidoo communicates with her lover. | |||
| 8 | TBA | 23 February 2024 | |
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Tersoo discovers Obi. Doosuur avoids Taj. | |||
| 9 | TBA | 1 March 2024 | |
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Secrets are uncovered as Doosuur has dejavu with Wandoo. Tersoo makes an unusual request from Obi.[8] | |||
| 10 | TBA | 8 March 2024 | |
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Tersoo confronts obi about dating Wandoo, while Doosuurs little secret is about to be uncovered. | |||
| 11 | TBA | 15 March 2024 | |
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Mimidoo gives her family a shock when she introduces her mystery boyfriend. Taj demands honesty from Doosuur.[9] | |||
| 12 | TBA | 22 March 2024 | |
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Taj insists on honesty from Doosuur, while Mimidoo surprises her family by her revelations, causing unexpected reactions. | |||
| 13 | TBA | 29 March 2024 | |
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Dooshima speaks out against her father's neglect and infidelity, revealing a deep-seated rift within the family.[10] | |||
Release
[edit]On 4 January 2024, Africa Magic announced "Manfriend" as 1 of its 4 TV programs to start the new year.[11]
Broadcast history
[edit]The TV series premiered on 5 January 2024 on Africa Magic Showcase[12] and Showmax.
References
[edit]- ^ Falade, Tomi (10 February 2024). "Why Manfriend Is Africa Magic Show To Watch This Season". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Emelike, Obinna (12 February 2024). "Manfriend: Riveting tale of family, betrayal, redemption amid deceit - Businessday NG". Businessday NG. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ^ "Discovering the dynamic personalities of the King Sisters – Manfriend". DSTV. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Teso wants Nwando back – Manfriend". DSTV. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Dooshima pleads for her dad – Manfriend". DSTV. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Dooshima makes dodgy moves– Manfriend". DSTV. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Wandoo goes on a date – Manfriend". DSTV. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Taj breaks up with Tessy". Africa Magic. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ "Tessy confronts Doosuur over Taj". Africa Magic. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ "Manfriend Season 1 EP 13". Africa Magic. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ Adedayo, Adedamola (4 January 2024). "Africa Magic Starts The New Year With Four New Shows". The Culture Custodian. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ "Manfriend premieres on Africa Magic Showcase". Africa Magic Showcase. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
External links
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