Mimi Mars
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Marianne Namshali Mdee (born June 21, 1992) popularly known by her stage name Mimi Mars is a Tanzanian singer, actress and media personality.[1][2][3]
Mimi Mars | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Marianne Namshali Mdee |
| Born | June 21, 1992 Paris, France |
| Origin | Dar Es Salaam |
| Genres | Bongo Flava Afrobeats |
| Occupation(s) | Singer Songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | 2017-present |
| Labels | Mdee Music |
Biography[edit]
Mars was born on June 21, 1992, in Paris, France. She is the daughter of a former Tanzanian ambassador in France, Sammy Mdee, and Sophia Mdee.[4] She is the sister of Tanzanian television presenter and singer, Vanessa Mdee[5] who is married to an American actor, Rotimi.[6]
Mars holds a LL.B from Kampala International University in Tanzania.[7]
Career[edit]
Music career[edit]
Mars started her music career in 2017 with the release of her smash hit titled Shuga.[8] In late 2018, Mars released her first ever extended playlist called, 'The Road' that had six tracks. With the EP, Mimi Mars became the first Tanzanian female artist to drop an EP
In 2019 she was a part of Coke Studio Africa 2019 as an upcoming artist. She has since worked with RJ The DJ, Barnaba Classic, AY, Dogo Janja, Marioo, Nandy, Darassa and other notable names in the Eastern African Music.
Acting career[edit]
Mars debuted as an actress in 2019 when she played 'Sophia' in 'You again', a film directed and Starred by a Kenyan actor, Nick Mutuma.[9]
In 2021, She played 'Maria' in 'Jua Kali', a drama series airs on DStv's Maisha Majic Bongo alongside TID, RJ The DJ, Godliver Gordian, Beatrice Taisamo, Van Vicker, Patience Ozokwor and Sho Madjozi.
Awards[edit]
In 2019 she was nominated in the Best Actress category at the Kalasha Awards in Kenya [10]
In 2021, Mimi Mars won the Best Actress category at the prestigious Tanzania Film Awards [11]
Filmography[edit]
- Movies
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | You again[12] | Sophia | Film was directed by Nick Mutuma who also starred alongside Eva Chemngorem and Amalie Chopetta |
- Television
| Year | Series | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021- | Jua Kali[13] | Maria | Airing on Maisha Majic Bongo on DStv |
Discography[edit]
Extended playlist[edit]
Singles
- Niguse
- One Night ft Kagwe Mungai
- Ringtone
- Mua
- Niache
- Mdogo mdogo ft Nikki wa Pili.
Single releases[edit]
- Lala ft Marioo
- Una ft Young Lunya & Marioo
- Ohoo ft Baddest 47
- Mi Casa Su Casa
- Maua
- Wenge
- Ex ft Mwana FA
- Sitamani
- Haima maana
- Kondoo
- Papara
- Ex
- Dede
- Shuga
- One night ft Kagwe Mungai
- Mdogo mdogo ft Nikki wa Pili
Collaboration
- Christmas EP (with Vanessa mdee & Tommy Flavour)[17]
References[edit]
- ^ "TANZANIAN MEDIA PERSONALITY MIMI MARS LAUNCHES MUSIC CAREER WITH "SHUGA"". Anyiko - Public Relations. 28 April 2017. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ Otengo, Victor (19 December 2021). "Vanessa Mdee proud of sister Mimi Mars after big win at film festival". Tuko.co.ke - Kenya news. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ Shantel, Denzel (20 February 2019). "Meet Tanzania's fast rising music star Mimi Mars | Showbizuganda". Showbizuganda | Uganda's Leading Showbiz and Entertainment Website. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ "Sammy Mdee (CDA) | Tanzania Foreign Ministry Official List". www.tzembassy.go.tz. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ Otengo, Victor (24 October 2021). "Vanessa Mdee, sister Mimi Mars finally reunite in US after 2 years apart". Tuko.co.ke - Kenya news. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ queen-of-goss. "Mimi Mars reveals when Vanessa and Rotimi's baby will visit Tanzania". Mpasho. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ nyambs. "My parents wanted me to study law – Mimi Mars". The Star. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ "VANESSA MDEE'S SISTER MIMI MARS LAUNCHES MUSIC CAREER – Buzz Central". Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ Ochieng, Jennifer (23 September 2019). "'You Again' Is A Labour Of Love: Nick Mutuma Overcomes Challenges To Direct His First Film". KenyanVibe. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ "Mimi Mars kuwania tuzo za filamu Kenya". Mwananchi. 12 February 2021. Retrieved 4 January 2024.
- ^ Otengo, Victor (19 December 2021). "Vanessa Mdee proud of sister Mimi Mars after big win at film festival". Tuko.co.ke - Kenya news. Retrieved 4 January 2024.
- ^ Latestnigeriannews. "Watch Trailer for You Again starring Mimi Mars, Nick Mutuma, Amalie Chopetta". Latest Nigerian News. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ TZA, Edwin. "Mastaa Quick Rocka, Mimi Mars, Lulu Diva na TID kwenye tamthilia moja, mtayarishaji kafunguka". Millard Ayo. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ Gichovi, Murugi (5 April 2019). "Tanzanian songstress Mimi Mars taking over Kenya with her latest EP". The Sauce. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ^ anyiko (3 January 2019). "Mimi Mars Releases Debut EP: The Road". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video - Notjustok. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ Christmas With Mimi Mars - EP by Mimi Mars on Apple Music, 14 December 2021, retrieved 4 January 2024
- ^ "Christmas with Vee Money, Tommy Flavour & Mimi Mars (EP) – Bongo5.com". bongo5.com. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
