Mariam Ndagire Shaping Ugandan Film

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Mariam Ndagire is one of Uganda’s most respected and influential voices in film and performing arts. Actress, storyteller, director, producer, and mentor, her career spans over two decades of consistent storytelling that reflects Ugandan realities with honesty, heart, and depth.

From theatre stages to cinema screens and television sets, Mariam has built a reputation as a creative who does not just entertain but also nurtures the industry. She is the founder of the Mariam Ndagire Film and Performing Arts Centre (MNFPAC), a hub that has trained and launched many of today’s filmmakers and actors.

Filmography Highlights

Mariam’s strength lies in her ability to tell stories from multiple angles, often writing, directing, producing, and acting in her own work. Her notable film projects include:

Films

Down This Road I Walk (2007)
Strength of a Stranger (2008)
Hearts in Pieces (2009)
Where We Belong (2011)
Dear Mum (2012)
Belated Trouble (2013)
Nsaali (2017)
On the Other Side (2020)
My Husband’s Wife (2021)
Kafa Coh (2022) – Actress
Call 112 (2025) – Actress

Television & Series

Tendo Sisters (2009)
Anything But Love (2013)
J-Rose (2015)
BA-AUNT (2017)
Our Perfect Wedding Uganda (2019)

These productions and more have not only entertained audiences but have also contributed to raising standards in local storytelling and production.

Awards & Recognition

Mariam Ndagire’s work has earned her wide recognition both locally and internationally:

Lifetime Achievement Award – Uganda Film Festival (2023)
Best Film – iKON Awards (My Husband’s Wife)
Multiple awards and nominations at the Pearl International Film Festival
Jury member for major African film platforms including AMVCA and Golden Movie Awards Africa

New Film Premiere: LOVING TO BELONG

Mariam Ndagire returns to the big screen with a brand-new film titled ‘LOVING TO BELONG’, a story that explores themes of love, identity, and belonging, with a promise to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and cultural relevance. The film features a stellar cast including Laura Kahunde, Amina Nalugwa “Amor”, Henry Kabanda, Annet Nandujja, and Hadia.

Friday 13th February 2026
Bat Valley Theatre, Kampala

The film continues her tradition of emotionally grounded storytelling, exploring love, identity, and the human need for connection.

Ticket Prices:

Ordinary – 30,000 UGX

VIP – 50,000 UGX

VVIP – 100,000 UGX

Table of 5 – 500,000 UGX

Book your ticket today:
0705 098 317 / 0772 455 846

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Written by

Kasule Douglas Benda

I’m a professional performing artist, an acting coach, film director, actors’ agent and more.

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