Channel 5 launching brand new show starring Maya Jama, KSI and a Brit-nominated star – and it is just days away


A brand new show starring Maya Jama and hosted by Julie Adenuga is launching on My5 and YouTube within days.

It will star Britain’s Got Talent judge KSI alongside Love Island host Maya, Chef Big Zuu and singer Mahalia and is set to air on April 1st.

Maya Jama in a promotional image for a new show.
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Starring Maya Jama and hosted by Julie Adenuga the 4 part series is launching on My5 and YouTube within days[/caption]

Julie Adenuga at the MAINS Runway Show during London Fashion Week.
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Fans may recognise Julie from the hit MTV series Catfish UK[/caption]

In the four-part interview series, Now You Know, Julie will be sitting down with four of the UK’s most prominent stars for some candid conversations bringing a fresh twist to the traditional interview format.

Fans may recognise Julie from the hit MTV series Catfish UK where she hosted alongside Oobah Butler, her role was later taken over by I’m A Celeb star Nella Rose.

The host is also a DJ, broadcaster and creator of interview platform Don’t Trust The Internet.

Julie is also notably the younger sister of grime legends Skepta and JME.

Now Julie will be sitting down to talk all things food, love and give an insight into just how tough the music and entertainment industry can really be.

First up will be acclaimed presenter Maya Jama who will sit down to discuss an intimate conversation about her journey to becoming one of the UK’s most celebrated TV personalities.

The Bristol-born beauty will reflect on her pursuit of success as she opens up about how she navigates life as the ‘successful friend,’ and the unique power of her ability to connect with others.

The star will reveal how she thrives under the intense glare of the media spotlight, offering a rare glimpse the highs and lows of her incredible rise.

BGT star and Internet icon JJ Olatunji better known as KSI will also delve into his extraordinary journey.

From his rise to fame in 2009 as a YouTuber to building a multimillion-pound business empire, KSI opens up about his work ethic and the sacrifices that have shaped his career.


Big Zuu will also be sharing with Julie how he transitioned from a promising rapper to now becoming an award-winning TV chef.

Julie and Zuu will open up about romance as they dive into his love for beautiful women, complete with tips for the perfect date.

Zuu shares his passion for advocating for young people and social injustice and his mission to revolutionise British television, one ground-breaking production at a time.

Lastly Julie chats with singer-songwriter Mahalia following her journey from a young star to a leading voice in British R&B.

The Leicester-born R&B singer who has been nominated for multiple Brit Awards, including Best New Artist and Best R&B Artis will also reveal the challenges of navigating a tough music industry.

Speaking about her excitement ahead of the new show, Julie said: “I’m incredibly excited to be able to put my own twist on interviewing with this new show.

“It’s something I’ve been doing for over a decade but thanks to GroupM Motion Entertainment and BET UK I’ve been given the opportunity to not just host it, but also executive produce the show with Pangaea and bring my vision of giving audiences a peek behind the curtain of what goes into a great conversation.

“I’m looking forward to people seeing my guests in a new way and seeing me stress about being good at my job.”

Episodes will air weekly from 1st April from 12.00 and are available on My5 and YouTube

KSI in a new show starring Maya Jama.
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BGT star and Internet icon JJ Olatunji better known as KSI will also delve into his extraordinary journey[/caption]

A man yawning while wearing a light-colored hoodie and a baseball cap.
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Julie and Zuu will open up about romance as they dive into his love for beautiful women[/caption]

Mahalia, a British R&B singer, in an interview.
Julie will also chat with singer-songwriter Mahalia following her journey to becoming leading voice in British R&B
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