Maurice Kirya believes that the Ugandan film industry is on the rise, and he is grateful to be a part of it. (It’s an exciting time to be a Ugandan actor – Maurice Kirya )
Maurice Kirya is on set for various film projects when he is not in the studio putting his soul into lyrics.
His performance in Ali Loukman’s popular film, The Girl in The Yellow Jumper, has received widespread acclaim, and the actor believes that the film industry is finally moving in the right direction.
Maurice Kirya expressed his gratitude for being a part of the positive change that has developed the film industry during the 9th edition of the Uganda Film Festival awards night.
Kirya stated that he is currently working on new film projects both locally and internationally, and that he cannot wait for his fans to see them.
“I’m working on some other productions, both here in Uganda and in Europe, and I hope everyone gets to see them,” the singer said.
He also stated that now is the best time to be an actor in Uganda because the film industry is finally getting the recognition it has long deserved.
It’s an exciting time to be an actor in Uganda because film hasn’t gotten the recognition it deserves for so long, but that is finally changing. I’m honored to be a part of it.
At the UFF awards, Maurice Kirya was nominated for “Best Supporting Actor in Feature Film” for his role in The Girl in The Yellow Jumper.
