If you’ve seen the music video for 'Plenty,' one of The Ben’s latest hits tied to his recent album, you’ll recognize Alicia Kamikazi—a standout performer dazzling audiences with her vibrant dance moves in the opening scenes.
Her name, Alicia Kamikazi, is quickly becoming synonymous with talent in Rwanda's entertainment scene. In an exclusive interview with InyaRwanda, Alicia revealed how working with The Ben was a swift yet rewarding experience that reaffirmed her belief in the power of hard work to advance one's career in entertainment.
Adding to her impressive portfolio, Alicia showcased her talent in Bruce Melodie and Real Roddy’s freshly released music video, ‘Kuba Nisindiye II.’ She shared that Gad, an acclaimed music video director, personally approached her for the project. “Gad is the one who asked me to work with him. We discussed it, and aligned on all aspects,” Alicia said.
Collaborating with a major artist like Bruce Melodie was a dream come true for Alicia. She expressed her excitement: “I never dreamed of this, but working with him is one of the major milestones I’ve achieved.”
Appearing in music videos has become a strategic platform for Alicia to amplify her brand as a professional model and actress in Rwanda's entertainment industry.
Alicia Kamikazi's acting journey began early—at just the age of 7 in 2010—when her family nurtured her love for cinema. Her first on-screen role was in the film ‘Amapingu y’Urukundo.’
After completing her high school studies in Mathematics, Economics, and Geography (MEG), Alicia made the bold decision to fully pursue her passion for acting. Today, she’s recognized as one of the rising stars in Rwanda's film sector, starring in notable productions like 'Bamenya,' 'Umukire w’Umumiliyoneri,' and 'Maitresse.'
Her aspirations as an actress include creating her exclusive film projects and breaking into international markets to expand her influence globally.
Alicia expressed profound joy at featuring in music videos for two major stars: Bruce Melodie and The Ben.
