In an industry where on-screen romance often blurs the lines of reality, Lenana Kariba has found the perfect partner who keeps his feet firmly on the ground. The father of one is one of Kenya’s leading actors and is starring in a newly released Netflix movie “ A Family Vacation” alongside the renowned Sarah Hassan. During a recent Instagram Q&A, the London-based actor opened up about his on-screen persona’s relationships vs his marriage.
Kariba’s words paint a picture of a marriage built on honesty, openness, and mutual respect pillars he believes are essential for any successful partnership. ‘Being upfront and honest from day one,’ he shares, ‘is key to making a marriage work. It’s about recognizing that every day won’t be 50/50 but still choosing to share your goals and move in the same direction.
’ His response to the more intimate question speaks volumes. When asked how his wife feels about those on-screen kisses—moments that might rattle even the most secure relationships Kariba’s answer is refreshingly simple: “I married the right woman. ’As she knows kissing is just part of the script and there is nothing else to it! She is not the jealous type at all things like that would never bother her.
” Lenana married the love of his life, Hellen in a lovely wedding ceremony on the Caribbean Island of Antigua in August of 2021. In May 2023, the couple welcomed their daughter Ava. READ MORE: In a world where trust is often in short supply, Kariba and.