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Revision as of 10:23, 18 December 2015
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| Genre | Comedy Drama |
| Written by | Damaris Irungu Ochieng |
| Directed by | Gilbert Lukalia |
| Starring |
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| Opening theme | "Pray and prey" by Danco |
| Ending theme | "Pray and prey" instrumental |
| Country of origin | Kenya |
| Original languages | English Swahili |
| No. of episodes | 50 as of December 1, 2015 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Faith Koli[1] |
| Production location | Nairobi |
| Editor | Caroline Omondi |
| Production company | DIL pictures |
| Original release | |
| Network | NTV |
| Release | December 2, 2014-present |
Pray & Prey is a Kenyan dramedy produced by Faith Koli for NTV.The show spans through the clergy society,the deep secrets they keep,their family issues,blasphemy and the deceit behind the "ministers" of God.
Production
The title is derived from the pastor's perspective as one seeks guidance to the right path to God, one has to directly or indirectly pay for the price. Directed by Gilbert Lukalia, the show was set in Nairobi. It is produced by Faith Koli.
Plot
The story starts with the death of a mentor Bishop. This leaves the three men of God in a dilemma and they in turn have to work together to beat all odds and hold each other accountable as they balance their personal lives and ministry work.
Cast and characters
Main
- Elly Yang as Pastor Joseph, is a young and devoted to his calling,he brings back souls that have been lost but has one major problem,his wife Cindy.
- Rosemary Waweru as Cindy, an unreligious,ambitious and modern woman who leaves the rest wondering how she managed to get her as a long-life partner.[2]
- Kere Kega as Reverend Abraham, is an industrious servant of God married to Margaret. He is completely unaware of what his son has got himself into.
- Muthoni Gathecha as Margaret, a villanious,manipulative and a partener in crime with their son Isaac as they agree to dumb Isaac and Carole's newborn son on someone's doorstep. Margaret does everything in her power to shun Carole and keep Isaac’s dilemma a secret. [3]
- Mbuthia Ngware as Apostle Daniel, a dedicated and overly-ambitious money-minded preacher married to Petronilla.
- Maende Shikuku as Petronila, a devoted Christian who is also wants to climb the social ladder. They are the main preys in the drama., they run Apocalyptic Rapture Ministries and a nonexistent children’s home (which they use to pocket money from donors). Petronilla has issues in getting pregnant while her husband is totally unconcerned. She has tried all odds to get pregnant but luck is on her side as she rescues Isaac and Carol's son and adopts him as hers.
- Sheryln Mungai as Carole, Isaac's ex-lover, there sleazy affair results to an unwanted pregnancy. Due to Margaret's meddling she ends up abandoning her son, a deed that keep on hunting her.
- Pascal Tokodi as Issac, he does whatever her mom says, that puts him in a dilemma to decide what is best for his life. He later indulges into drugs.[4]
Supporting
- Eclay Wangira as Tabitha
- Amalie Choppeta as Rev's Secretary
- Janet Bulinga as Sister Theresa
Broadcast
Pray and Prey premiered in Kenya on, NTV on December 2, 2015.It airs on Tuesdays at 7:30 PM.[5]
| Timeslot EAT |
# Ep. | Premiere | Finale | Season | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Viewers | Date | Viewers | |||
7:30 PM |
— | TBA | 2014-2015 | |||
Awards and nominations
Kalasha international awards
| Year | Award | Recipient | Result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Kalasha Awards for Best Perfomance on TV Comedy | Mbuthia Ngware | Nominated[6][7] | |
| Best TV Comedy | Pray & Prey | Nominated[6][7] |
Reference
- ^ "NTV whets views appetite with rich menu of new shows". Nairobi News. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
- ^ "Actress makes a comeback to new show". Nairobi Wire. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
- ^ "Mama digital actress featured in new comedy". Talent East Africa. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
- ^ "Pascal Tekodi in Linked in". LinkedIn. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
- ^ "Pray and prey debut". Tweet Tunnel. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
- ^ a b Otieno, Kwarula (September 30, 2015). "Finally, Here Are The Nominees For The 2015 Kalasha Awards". mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved December 18, 2015.
- ^ a b "2015 Kalasha International Film & TV Awards: Full list of nominees". capitalfm.co.ke. Retrieved December 18, 2015.