The internet is abuzz with news of Philip Karanja, popularly known as Director Phil, and his new partner.

The CEO of Phil-It Productions has soft-launched a new romance on social media, sparking a wave of reactions from fans and onlookers.

The new woman in his life, Mukami Maina, is a familiar face to many as she previously served as the personal assistant to Karanja’s ex-wife, actress Catherine Kamau, widely known as Kate Actress.

A Soft Instagram Launch

The news of the new relationship began to circulate after Director Phil shared a 'cosy photo' of himself with Ms Maina on his Instagram story.

This subtle introduction to the public drew immediate attention and quickly became the subject of widespread conversation across various social media platforms.

The couple’s appearance together has been met with warm wishes and support from many netizens.

Kate Actress's Social Media Response

In a turn of events, Kate Actress reacted to the circulating news with her own post on social media. She shared an old video clip from 2022 featuring her and Mukami Maina.

In the clip, the two are seen toasting and cheering together, a poignant throwback given the latest developments. Her post added another layer to the story, highlighting the long-standing personal and professional relationship between the three individuals.

“To happiness Baby girl Mukami Maina,” Kate Actress captioned the video.

The End of a Public Union

The news comes approximately two years after Director Phil and Kate Actress officially announced the end of their marriage.

The former couple had been together for about six years, having tied the knot in an exclusive ceremony in November 2017.

They released a joint statement on their individual Instagram pages on 19 September 2023, confirming their separation.

"We came to a conclusion to end our marriage a long while ago and are separated," their statement read.

The announcement put an end to months of public speculation, which had begun after Kate Actress had removed pictures of Karanja from her social media pages in April 2023.

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Despite the separation, both have consistently maintained a stance of mutual respect, stating that they remain "friends, co-parents and business partners".

A Shared Past

The relationship between Director Phil’s new partner, Mukami Maina, and his ex-wife, Kate Actress, is what has made this story particularly intriguing to the public.

As Kate Actress’s former personal assistant, Ms Maina was not just a colleague but a trusted member of the celebrity’s inner circle. This shared history adds a unique and emotional dimension to the new relationship, and the public continues to follow the story with great interest.