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Trisha Khalid's Biography: Early life, acting career, businesses & love life

Fosi Mplole Hamis, popularly known as Trisha Khalid, is a Mombasa-based actress born and raised in the coastal city.
Kenyan actress Trisha Khalid
Kenyan actress Trisha Khalid

Trisha Khalid, a renowned Kenyan actress, businesswoman, and social media sensation, has carved her own unique path in the world of entertainment and entrepreneurship.

Trisha is famous for her role Ruby in Maisha Magic’s telenovela ‘Kovu’. She also played the role of Trisha in the Citizen TV show ‘Becky’ and is currently on 'Bwana Chairman'.

Background & education

Born in 1994, Trisha Khalid's roots trace back to Likoni, Mombasa County.

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Her education journey took her across the ferry, attending Star of the Sea Primary School and later Star of the Sea High School.

Trisha's mother took on the role of raising her and her six siblings after the death of their father. She is the youngest among one boy and five girls.

Trisha Khalid's acting career

Trisha's path to the acting world was far from planned. Her journey began within the walls of her school, where her passion for drama and festivals found an outlet.

Little did she know that her talent would transcend these school performances. Fate knocked on her door when media personality Lulu Hassan offered her a role in the Maisha Magic show 'Kovu'.

Portraying Ruby in 'Kovu' presented a challenging yet rewarding role for Trisha. While the character earned her recognition, she acknowledges the complexity of Ruby's persona, which led some viewers to harbor mixed feelings about her.

Trisha's Role in 'Becky'

In the Citizen TV show 'Becky', Trisha plays the character of the same name. Trisha's portrayal is that of a woman deeply committed to safeguarding her love for Junior( Andrew Levy).

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She becomes consumed by the idea of marrying Junior to secure his loyalty, harboring resentment towards Becky, Junior's ex-girlfriend and current maid.

Trisha's character navigates a rollercoaster of emotions driven by Junior's interactions with Becky.

Trisha Khalid's business ventures

Beyond her acting prowess, Trisha Khalid has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit. She owns Trendy Collection, an online fashion business that reflects her love for fashion.

Her dedication to the business is evident in her hands-on approach, even modeling the clothing she sells to create a unique connection with her clients.

Additionally, she manages a salon at Tees Beauty World in Bamburi.

Trisha Khalid's relationship with a sponsor & life lessons

Trisha's personal life has garnered attention as well. She affirms that curves in her physique are mostly inherited, unlike what most people believe that she underwent surgery.

Candid about her past, she admitted in a past interview, to having dated a sponsor, an experience she considers a learning curve.

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She advised individuals in such relationships to manage their finances wisely, investing a significant portion for a secure future.

She believes that sponsors often seek transient pleasure and suggests utilising the financial support for meaningful investments.

Scandal of dating a married man

In the midst of fame, Trisha Khalid found herself entangled in a scandal. Accusations of being involved with a married man swirled, putting her under intense scrutiny.

However, Trisha weathered the storm with poise and resilience. She emphasised that her side of the story wasn't fully heard and highlighted that both parties were aware of their choices.

With a growing fan base and a knack for engaging content, she continues to shape conversations in the digital space while expanding her brand beyond entertainment.

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