Tahidi High Actor Eddy Partners with Mudavadi Girls' High School for Inspiring Autism Film
- Former Tahidi High star Eddy has perfectly shown his transition from acting to making films
- The director and producer has been working with high schools, just like former senator Cleophas Malala, to create lasting masterpieces
- The actor is currently working with Mudavadi Girls High School in a movie that seeks to raise awareness on autism
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Former Tahidi High actor Eddy, born Kevin Onyiso, has revealed to TUKO.co.ke about an upcoming film he's currently working on.
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The renowned actor-turned-film director has been working on several films since ending his tenure on the high school-themed TV series.
What movie is Tahidi High's Eddy working on?
In an interview with TUKO.co.ke, Kevin disclosed that he is partnering up with Mudavadi Girls High School in the western part of Kenya.
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The thespian disclosed that the film is based on autism, which is also known as autism spectrum disorder, which is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by differences or difficulties in social communication and interaction.
Kevin disclosed that the film dubbed Zuhura will bring this part of many people's lives to life, and enable the spread of awareness on the same.
Kevin told TUKO.co.ke that the condition is mistaken for a disease, but it has certain behaviours that should be handled appropriately.
He said he received the blessing of the school's principal, Jennifer Otolo, who has offered immense help in bringing awareness to the condition.
"This is a condition that is being mistaken for a disease, yet it's a condition with certain behaviours that should be handled appropriately. I am making a film with Mudavadi Girls High School (Madzu) in Vihiga county. This film with support from Chief Principal Mdm. Jennifer Otolo is being done to help in awareness of the said condition," he said.
Kevin also noted that he has received support from the Kenya Actors Guild and is looking forward to partnering with the Autism Society of Kenya.
I also have support from the Kenya Actors Guild and am looking forward to partnering with the Autism Society of Kenya and Autism World Organizations to raise awareness," he noted.
The actor said the film will run on YouTube and soon after be shown on local television channels.
Kevin previously made a film, partnering with Kaimosi Girls' High School on Fistula, which they presented at the Kenya National Drama Festival.
He noted his next project would be on sickle cell anaemia, and is hopeful that he will complete it before the end of the year.
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Kevin Onyiso on starting his family early
A few years back, Kevin opened up about how starting a family early helped shape his life and career.
While many of his peers were swept up in the fast-paced life of fame, Eddy took a different path.
He got married in 2009 and soon found himself taking on the responsibilities of fatherhood at a young age.
In 2010, Eddy and his wife welcomed their first son, Atelka Manoah. Today, they are proud parents of three children.
Kevin believes that the need to provide for his family helped him avoid the common pitfalls that many young celebrities fall into, such as excessive partying and substance abuse.
According to him, having a stable home life gave him focus and discipline. While others chased fleeting fame, he remained committed to his roles both on-screen and at home.
After his time on Tahidi High, Eddy transitioned into other areas of media. He took up a content writing role at Royal Media Services and later co-founded a production company in Kisumu.
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