Aicy Stevens, best known for her popular Instagram skits as Mama Ryan with Nick Kwach has landed a significant role in the Showmax youth drama.
In ‘Jiji,’ she plays Mwende, a determined woman striving to escape the ghetto and improve her life.
This opportunity marks the beginning of a new chapter in Aicy’s acting career.
Aicy has always dreamed of appearing on the big screen, a goal she has now achieved.
“It has been my dream since I was a small girl to appear on big screens, and thank God it has finally come true,” she shared.
Her character, Mama Ryan, played a crucial role in sharpening her acting skills and preparing her for this moment.
Mwende, her character in ‘Jiji,’ is an adventurous beauty, a slick charmer, and a natural pickpocket—a valuable asset to her group of four young girls fighting to make ends meet in the streets of Jericho.
For Aicy, this role is a thrilling challenge and a significant step forward.
“Expect to see much more from me on screen from now on,” she said.
Landing the role of Mwende has been a dream come true for Aicy.
“I’m very excited. It’s a beautiful challenge because it’s something I’ve been looking forward to, and it will help me grow my skills as an actress,” she expressed.
Being part of ‘Jiji,’ a show she holds dear to her heart, Aicy believes it will resonate with audiences due to its relatable and unique storytelling.
The journey of Mama Ryan, the character that brought Aicy to the spotlight, started as a random thought.
The positive reception from fans encouraged Aicy and Nick Kwach to develop more ideas around Mama Ryan and Baba Ryan.
Aicy Stevens rise to fame
“Nick is very creative, open-minded, and very supportive. He has also helped me nurture my acting talent,” she noted.
Aicy admires her character Mwende for being a go-getter, sassy, hardworking, and a lover of the soft life.
“What I like most about her is the fact that her character arc is 360 degrees.
This allows her to play with different emotions and personalities,” she said.
Receiving the call that she had landed the role was a moment of mixed emotions for Aicy Stevens.
“I had a mixture of emotions; I was both shocked and super excited. And I cried because this role is something I had been praying for so long,” she recalled.