In the gritty streets of Nairobi, a young man named Mwas struggles to pursue his dreams of becoming an actor. Despite his family's disapproval and the challenges he faces in the city, Mwas is determined to succeed. He finds himself caught up in a world of crime and must navigate the dangerous streets of Nairobi while trying to keep his acting career alive. With the help of a small-time crook named Oti who takes him under his wing, Mwas must juggle his two separate worlds and confront the harsh realities of life in Nairobi. Will he be able to achieve his dreams or will the city's underbelly consume him?

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