Maqbul Mohammed is a well-known Kenyan actor and radio presenter recognized for his role as Donavan in the popular comedy series “Auntie Boss” and “Varshita!,” which are Kenya’s pioneering interlinked comedy shows. His acting career took off with his performance in the long-running local TV drama “Makutano Junction.” He has also appeared in Kenya’s first crime and legal drama “Crime and Justice” and has received accolades for his work in the industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Maqbul Mohammed |
| Date of Birth | March 7, 1981 |
| Place of Birth | Mombasa, Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| State of Origin | N/A |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | 3 |
| Occupations | Actor, Radio Presenter |
| Net Worth | $1.3million |
Early Life and Education
Born on March 7, 1981, in Mombasa, Kenya, Maqbul moved with his family to Kisumu and later to Nairobi during his childhood. He began his acting journey immediately after high school when he joined Phoenix Theaters, where he spent four years developing his craft on stage before moving to television roles.
Career
Maqbul’s career spans stage, television, and film. His breakout TV role was as Karis Mabuki in “Makutano Junction,” a significant Kenyan TV series. He gained further popularity starring in series such as “Auntie Boss!,” “Varshita!,” and “Crime and Justice.”
He has acted in numerous films and plays and appeared in other TV dramas like “Lies that Bind,” for which he earned a nomination for a prestigious acting award.
Aside from acting, Maqbul has been a prominent radio presenter in Kenya, working with major stations such as Capital FM and Nation FM, and has held leadership roles in radio media companies.
Personal Life
Maqbul is a father of three children and has openly spoken about his battle with depression, which lasted several years despite his success. He is also related to actress Shadya Delgush.
Net Worth
Maqbul Mohammed’s estimated net worth is approximately 150 million Kenyan Shillings (around 1.3 million USD), reflecting his successful career as a prominent Kenyan actor and radio presenter with over 15 years of experience in the entertainment and media industry.
Filmography
- Films: “All Girls Together” (2008), “Weakness” (2009), among others.
- Television: “Makutano Junction” (2007) as Karis Mabuki, “Lies that Bind” (2011–2012) as Justine Mareba, “Auntie Boss!” (2015–2020) as Donavan, “Varshita!” (2017–2019) as Donavan, “Crime and Justice” (2021–2022) as DCI Boss Kebo.
Awards and Nominations
Maqbul Mohammed has been nominated for notable awards, including the Kalasha Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Lies that Bind,” and remains a celebrated figure in Kenyan television and radio.
