Joseph Kinuthia graced our screens as Omosh Kizangila on Tahidi High and entertained us with laughter. Many would then imagine that due to his celebrity status he may be living a lavish lifestyle of some sort.
However, as he recently revealed in an interview with Hiram Maina “Kamuhunjia”, this wasn’t exactly the case.
What Did Omosh Reveal About His Problems?
In the video, Hiram is greeted by Omosh who comes out from his apartment. They share a light moment with Omosh briefly sharing his joy seeing the young entertainer’s car. He does this theatrically, doing what he knows best.
In the interview, Omosh revealed that life has been tough for him since Tahidi High was discontinued last year. The show was his main earner and it’s cancellation put him in financial distress.
Besides acting, he visited schools as a motivational speaker. This would earn him an extra coin to cater for his expenses. However, the closure of schools due to Covid-19 would deny him that extra income and render him jobless.
The comedian shared that he has 2 wives. One is Tahidi High co-actor Mrs. Ngatia with whom they are blessed with 3 children. The other is Shanty Mumbi, who is a daughter of popular Kikuyu comedian Githingithia, whom they’re blessed with 2 kids.
Omosh said that he had not been able to pay rent for the whole of 2020 and the first 2 months of this year. His landlord was however kind enough to let him stay at the house nonetheless. Perhaps until such a time when he would be able to pay.
A kind gesture we must say.
The lack of a source of income meant that Omosh had to rely on friends and family for support. This, he says, took a mental toll on him. The uncertainty of what and where the family’s next meal would come from would put him in distress.
Looking at his kids, he says, would agonize him, as they would still wear old clothes. However, he says that they never missed a meal any day. He also adds that his children have been able to go to school from help by well wishers. This he attributes this only to God’s grace.
The emotional Omosh says he wasn’t okay. He would randomly breakdown when taking a walk. He narrated this with tears running down his face.
Omosh appealed to well wishers to come to his rescue and give him a job. What was most touching was him saying he would not mind a job paying him Ksh. 200 a day. He said that a job would give him a place to get started in getting financially stable.
Views From Netizens
As expected, the touching story reached many Kenyans who took to social media to share their views.
Many empathised with Omosh’s story.
Only people who've never hit rock bottom can laugh at Omosh. Trust me, hii life haina formula. Leo yeye, kesho wewe. Just be grateful with what you have and show empathy for those who are down
— Mwende Ngao (@mwendesusu) February 14, 2021
Btw hii maisha usiwai sema "it can never be me" ju wueh hii life yenyewe hainaga formula. Just thank God for what you have, show empathy and give support to those who need your help
— Nick Tembo (@iamtembo) February 14, 2021
Very true. Just when you think you have it all figured out then Boom! You are on last saving. People are struggling with stuff you have zero idea about, until you walk in their shoes, don’t condemn anyone, instead be kind ama unyamaze
— Hawa (@alihawa28) February 15, 2021
Others wondered how the longtime actor would still lead a life of struggle. Some say his predicament is a product of his choices.
On the issue concerning Omosh, I think it is not the first case of actors, musicians, athletes etc thinking we owe them something when they fail to manage their own finances. This country owes you nothing. Just learn to manage finances in your good days. My pesa nane thoughts.
— Juma G 🇰🇪 (@jumaf3) February 14, 2021
We sympathise, my sister. You won't wish his current predicaments even on your worst enemy. Nevertheless, it's important to reflect on our choices in our lives and the reverberating consequences. OMOSH drinks too much.
— Biang Gweng (@Joseph_Joecoolo) February 14, 2021
Some were just…. Well… brutal.
Omosh Hana capacity ya Ku take care of money or property. People like these are a liability to the society. They epitomises the height of irresponsibility in men gender. People like these should be left alone to struggle in life because giving them money only make them WORSE.
— Eskei (@Eskei_254) February 14, 2021
Still, others emphasized on the need for investing and setting a coin aside for a rainy day.
Sometimes you fail even after trying so hard. Financial management should be taught right from baby class. It slaps different when you have children and are out of employment age. He still will stand.
— colour Jah 🇰🇪 (@colour_jah) February 14, 2021
Story ya Omosh inatufungua macho on investing the little you have when you have a source of income coz you never know when it will all end… Raha huisha unarudi default setting ya shida mbaya sana.
— Billy The GOAT (@_CrazyNairobian) February 16, 2021
Jalang’o To The Rescue
The story touched fellow comedian Jalang’o. In a long Instagram post, he shared that he had reached out to different personalities and brands who pledged to support Omosh.
Below is the post quoted.
Hii story ya Omosh Nataka tumalize mapema on Tuesday… I have a few friends that have promised me that all will be fine.
- My guys from @safvicfurnitureenterprises are giving me a bed, seats and a Tv table
- My Guys from @quickmartkenya are giving me a 20k shopping voucher for him and his family
- Incoming senator Tranzoia county @allanchesang is giving me 100K
- My able chairman @jamal_rohosafi is also giving me 100k
- Omosh ako na madeni rent yake watu wa @mwananchi_creditltd wamesema they will clear that is 100k
- I called my brother @joho_001 akasema from that 1million for 1 million followers atatoa 100k
- My team from Chandaria led by my boss @darshanchandaria amesema 100k yake nichukue kesho jioni
- The real boss himself who made us who we are Ww…Waruru wachira! Boss himself has promised me another 100k
- Team Miale @mialle72 have said that 50k will not be bad
- #JengaNaAlexNaJalas @alex_na_jalas 50k
- My guy called Titan from @jamexexpress has promised me 50k
- The best sauce in town @kensauceofficial wamesema 100k is fine!
- @trippygotours Nakujia 50k kesho
- My guys from the best biscuit @yegobakers wamesema kesho nipitie nichukue 50k haraka saana
……KEEP THEM COMING!!
PAYBILL NUMBER COMING UP!!
13.@adansonko …my brother is giving me 50k
- SOMALI BAE @honalinur 50k
Jalango
The pledges totalled over Ksh. 1 Million.
Guardian Angel and his wife came out to do shopping for Omosh.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Et1of80kXQ4
Entrepreneur cum politician Alinur Mohamed also came through and fulfilled his pledge.
Today I honoured my promise to stand with Tahidi High's Omosh by taking goodies worthy KSH.50,000 and KSH. 60,000 Cash to him. He was so happy. I believe in supporting others during difficult times. I will continue to extend my help to anyone whenever I am in a position to do so. pic.twitter.com/PD79EDIEf4
— Alinur Mohamed (@AlinurMohamed_) February 16, 2021
Zero Hero Properties also came through and gifted Omosh a piece of land in Joska, Malaa, along Kangundo Road.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84ASka34Lsc
Gratitude
In a video on his new YouTube channel Omosh expressed his gratitude to all those who have stood by him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVsu0BPQt7A
Is this a new dawn for Omosh? Let us know what you think in the comments and keep it C.O.K.
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