Kenyan Couple's Sarcastic Review of MTV Shuga Sparks Online Debate

MTV Shuga Faces Backlash: Kenyan Couple's Sarcastic Review Sparks Debate Mexico City – A recent video featuring a Kenyan couple, Wilson and Makena Kahuha, has gone viral for its sarcastic review of the popular MTV Shuga series. The video, uploaded on May 28th, 2025, from Mexico, has already garnered 231 views and sparked online conversations about the show's portrayal of Kenyan culture and identity. Kahuha's review is a mix of praise and criticism. "I love the acting, I hate it as well," he states, highlighting the show's inconsistencies. He also questions the show's fashion choices, commenting on the "trendy but unusual" clothing. His partner adds, "Why are we trying to be like South Africans? What's wrong with us? Where are we going?", echoing a sentiment shared by many viewers. The video's success underlines the significant impact of online reviews and the importance of cultural representation in media. It prompts a discussion about the balance between global appeal and local authenticity in television productions. The lively debate generated by the video suggests a need for more nuanced conversations about cultural representation in popular media.