“Manzi wa Kibera alitaka nifanye vitu sikua nataka kufanya, ati nimshike shike nikisema yeye ni bibi wangu wa pili”
Comedian Isaac Otesa speaks on why he stopped working with Manzi Wa Kibera.
Why I Stopped Working with Manzi Wa Kibera: A Comedian’s Tale
The comedy world was recently shaken by a revelation made by Comedian Isaac Otesa, a renowned figure in the Kenyan entertainment scene. Otesa opened up about his strained relationship with fellow comedian, Manzi wa Kibera, and the events that led to their falling out. The fallout took a dramatic turn when Otesa revealed the disrespect he suffered at the hands of Manzi, who expressed desire for unconventional terms in their collaborative work.
Chapter 1: The Ugly Break-Up
Manzi wa Kibera, a figure in Kenyan comedy known for his sharp wit and unapologetic humor, found himself at the center of controversy. According to Otesa, Manzi made unreasonable demands, pushing Otesa to reevaluate their collaboration. “Manzi wa Kibera alitaka nifanye vitu sikua nataka kufanya” (Manzi wa Kibera wanted me to do things I didn’t want to do), revealed Otesa during a recent interview.
Chapter 2: The Deal-Breaker
ATI nimshike shike nikisema yeye ni bibi wangu wa pili” (That I should hold him tight and say he is my second wife), were the words that left Otesa astounded and uncomfortable with the arrangements Manzi had in mind. Otesa felt disrespected and unappreciated, believing that such an act undermined his artistic values and would cause public ridicule. He eventually decided to cut ties with Manzi, marking the end of their professional collaboration.
Chapter 3: A New Chapter
For Isaac Otesa, the ordeal marked a turning point in his career. The experience taught him the importance of setting clear boundaries in the realm of comedy and maintaining artistic integrity. “You cannot compromise your values to fit someone else’s vision, especially when it clearly discomforts you,” Otesa emphasized, speaking to fellow comedians and creatives. By taking a stand, Otesa proved that even the most high-profile collaborations can come to an end if mutual respect and understanding are absent.
Conclusion
Comedian Isaac Otesa’s account of his fall-out with Manzi wa Kibera should serve as a valuable lesson to aspiring comedians and creatives alike. In an industry where humor can sometimes be used to mask the pain of disrespect and disvalue, Otesa’s courage to break the silence highlights the significance of staying true to one’s artistic vision.
