

Ayaanle
2022-02-22 · Runtime unavailable · Not rated
The story of a 21-year-old Somali boy named Ayaanle living in Nairobi who aspires to become a world-famous actor. His life is turned upside down after a series of unlikely and unfortunate events force him to defy the odds for his survival.
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Production details
- Directors
- Ahmed Farah
- Production companies
- Riyo Films, Hornconnect
- Countries
- Kenya, Somalia
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 400,000
Top Cast
Barkhad AbdirahmanAyaanle
Pascal TokodiAgent Kimani
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