# Cheta'm

Cheta'm is a 2024 Showmax original Nigerian telenovela, executively produced by James Omokwe, and written by Ifeanyi Barbara Chidi. Cheta'M stars Oluchi Amajuoyi, Kingsley Nwachukwu, Ruby Okezie, Kalu Ikeagwu, Nonso Odogwu, Nnamdi Agbo, Jsmile Uhuru, Lulu Okonkwo, Oma Nnadi, Valerie Odunukwe, and Ugonna Okore.

## Plot

Cheta'm revolves around Adanna and Nnanna, who found a once in a lifetime kind of love, and fought against all odds to stay together.

## Cast
### Main

* Oluchi Amajuoyi as Adanna
* Kingsley Nwachukwu as Nnanna
* Ruby Okezie as Mmesomma
* Kalu Ikeagwu as Jideofor
* Nonso Odogwu as Ezeugo
* Nnamdi Agbo as Nwoye
* Jsmile Uhuru as Ojigijaga or Anele
* Lulu Okonkwo as Ugomma (Forest Being or goddess)
* Oma Nnadi as Mmadiya
* Valerie Odunukwe as Kamharida
* Ugonna Okore as Mkpulumma

### Top Supporting

* Phildaniels Aniedo as Okwuchelu
* Obey Etok as Akunna
* Dan Ugoji as Ejike
* Floyd Igbo as Onochie
* Kelvin Ekeng as Chetanna
* Sunny Mcdon as Obumneme
* Emma Umeh as Olisaeloka
* Morgan Nwamba as Nwoke
* Oluchi Odii as Ahunna
* Alex Lucky as Onwuchekwa
* Tracy George as Ndidi
* Amaka Ezeamaka as Mmaegwu
* Princess Obichi Marshall as Ofunneka
* Chiquita Ezenwa as Ijeawele
* Chibuike Casmir as Ikenna
* Amarachukwu Onoh as Bianoyerem
* Chisom Ogbudimkpa as Akuada
* Gregory Chiadika as Okeke
* Achy Jeffery as Kaodinakachi
* Sidney Ekwulugo as Nzeribe
* Ichie Fuego as Azubuike
* Chinaza Clara Ezeani as Urenna
* Treasure Chikwendu as Ujunwa
* Ginikachukwu Tagbo as Obiajulu
* Nonso Afolabi as Udu
* Chigozie Atuanya as Maduka
* Michael Uchegbu as Dike

### Supporting

* Etta Jomaria as Lolia
* Amanda Ugoh as Adaolisa
* Charles Obah as Jidekene
* Joy Chioma Obilor as Arunma
* Romanus Chikanma as Chimdi
* Posh Owoniyi as Young Ujunwa
* Sapphire Ekeng as Young Urenna
* Kosi Ogboruche as Young Obiajulu

## Episode

Each episode is released three times weekly from Wednesday to Friday on Showmax.
| Season | Episodes | Episodes | Originally released | Originally released |
| Season | Episodes | Episodes | First released | Last released |
| 1 | 60 | 60 | February 09, 2024 (2024-02-09) | June 21, 2024 (2024-06-21) |
| 2 | 18 | 18 | January 06, 2025 (2025-01-06) | TBA |

### Season 1 (2024)

| No. | Title | Original release date |
| 1 | TBA | February 09, 2024 (2024-02-09) |
| Welcome to Mgberi. Two lovers must fight spiritual and other forces that are against them being together. |||
| 2 | TBA | February 09, 2024 (2024-02-09) |
| New love, old foes. Nnanna maintains his suspicions. Onochie fails to impress his father, and Mgberi is on the brink of war. |||
| 3 | TBA | February 09, 2024 (2024-02-09) |
| Nnanna makes a bold move, and Mmesoma burns with jealousy. The women of Mgberi shut down the kingdom. |||
| 4 | TBA | February 14, 2024 (2024-02-14) |
| Mmesoma convinces Adanna to be a decent woman. Nnanna volunteers at the inner council. |||
| 5 | TBA | February 15, 2024 (2024-02-15) |
| Nnanna helps the inner council, and Adanna has another dream. War has come to Mgberi. |||
| 6 | TBA | February 16, 2024 (2024-02-16) |
| The women of Mgberi stand together to stop Jideofor's invasion as Ikemefuna makes a bold move. Mgberi experiences an important reunion. |||
| 7 | TBA | February 21, 2024 (2024-02-21) |
| Tensions heat up in the fall out of Ajaani's invasion. Love blooms even in the chaos, and someone returns victorious. |||
| 8 | TBA | February 22, 2024 (2024-02-22) |
| Ezeugo is made an offer, Mothers continue to scheme and sisters declare threats of marriage. |||
| 9 | TBA | February 23, 2024 (2024-02-23) |
| Shooting love shots, and a hope of new alliances. |||
| 10 | TBA | February 28, 2024 (2024-02-28) |
| Mmadiya wants her sons to marry from Ajaani. Adanna and Nnanna share an experience. |||
| 11 | TBA | February 29, 2024 (2024-02-29) |
| The tree blooms. Ojigijaga confides in friends, and Adanna has another dream. |||
| 12 | TBA | March 01, 2024 (2024-03-01) |
| Doom hovers over Chimdi and Arunma. Adanna is tormented by a dark secret, and Jideofor meets Ezeugo's sons. |||
| 13 | TBA | March 06, 2024 (2024-03-06) |
| The explorers of Mgberi are dismissed unceremoniously. Adanna's revelations terrify Mmesoma, and Ojigijaga swears to defy the gods. |||
| 14 | TBA | March 07, 2024 (2024-03-07) |
| Ezeugo is once again faced with another impossible decision in trying to save Mgberi from Jideofor's wrath. |||
| 15 | TBA | March 08, 2024 (2024-03-08) |
| Nwoye faces betrayal from Adanna and Nnanna, Akuada accepts an offer she should refuse. |||
| 16 | TBA | March 13, 2024 (2024-03-13) |
| Nnanna deals with the fall out of Nwoye's rejected proposal. Adanna and Mmesoma have a narrow escape. |||
| 17 | TBA | March 14, 2024 (2024-03-14) |
| Wahala is ready for the race preserving love, saving friendship, and securing a marriage at all costs. |||
| 18 | TBA | March 15, 2024 (2024-03-15) |
| Ezeugo consults the Ezenmuo. Akuada reveals the reason for her actions. |||
| 19 | TBA | March 20, 2024 (2024-03-20) |
| A council meeting is held to sieve out the spies. Ahunna is impatient for what is hers, and Nwoye prepares to leave. |||
| 20 | TBA | March 21, 2024 (2024-03-21) |
| Nwoye leaves Mgberi, Adanna and Nnanna face a surprising new revelation. |||
| 21 | TBA | March 22, 2024 (2024-03-22) |
| Arunma gets a new position, and Ijeawele confesses. Ejike faces the King of Ajaani. |||
| 22 | TBA | March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27) |
| Nnanna refuses to give up on Adanna. Ojigijaga remains steadfast in his demand, and Nwoye is protected by the gods. |||
| 23 | TBA | March 28, 2024 (2024-03-28) |
| Onochie's plans are on the brink of failure. Nnanna's plot to get Adanna back fails, and Bianoyerem finds a way to get the woman of his dreams. |||
| 24 | TBA | March 29, 2024 (2024-03-29) |
| Friendships are put to the test in the light of the latest disruption in Mgberi. |||
| 25 | TBA | April 03, 2024 (2024-04-03) |
| Adanna and Nnanna make a choice. Jideofor has a conversation with Kamharida, and Jidekene bites off more than he can chew. |||
| 26 | TBA | April 04, 2024 (2024-04-04) |
| Adanna goes on an adventure. Ugomma does a masterclass in power, and the hunters face the aftermath. |||
| 27 | TBA | April 05, 2024 (2024-04-05) |
| Adanna and Nnanna's families deal with the aftermath of their escape. Jidekene is found, and Ezeugo is convinced Kamharida has been unfaithful. |||
| 28 | TBA | April 10, 2024 (2024-04-10) |
| A marriage proposal is procured and the betrayal of a close friend is afoot. Azubuike's problems intensify. |||
| 29 | TBA | April 11, 2024 (2024-04-11) |
| The consequences of Adanna and Nnanna's love come to rest at their door. Mkpulumma and Ahunna are running out of time, and Onochie steps up in the midst of chaos. |||
| 30 | TBA | April 12, 2024 (2024-04-12) |
| Adanna and Nnanna face a crisis, Ejike fights to prove himself worthy. |||
| 31 | TBA | April 17, 2024 (2024-04-17) |
| 32 | TBA | April 18, 2024 (2024-04-18) |
| 33 | TBA | April 19, 2024 (2024-04-19) |
| 34 | TBA | April 24, 2024 (2024-04-24) |
| 35 | TBA | April 25, 2024 (2024-04-25) |
| 36 | TBA | April 26, 2024 (2024-04-26) |
| 37 | TBA | May 01, 2024 (2024-05-01) |
| 38 | TBA | May 02, 2024 (2024-05-02) |
| 39 | TBA | May 03, 2024 (2024-05-03) |
| 40 | TBA | May 08, 2024 (2024-05-08) |
| 41 | TBA | May 09, 2024 (2024-05-09) |
| 42 | TBA | May 10, 2024 (2024-05-10) |
| 43 | TBA | May 15, 2024 (2024-05-15) |
| 44 | TBA | May 16, 2024 (2024-05-16) |
| 45 | TBA | May 17, 2024 (2024-05-17) |
| 46 | TBA | May 22, 2024 (2024-05-22) |
| 47 | TBA | May 23, 2024 (2024-05-23) |
| 48 | TBA | May 24, 2024 (2024-05-24) |
| 49 | TBA | May 29, 2024 (2024-05-29) |
| 50 | TBA | May 30, 2024 (2024-05-30) |
| 51 | TBA | May 31, 2024 (2024-05-31) |
| 52 | TBA | June 05, 2024 (2024-06-05) |
| 53 | TBA | June 06, 2024 (2024-06-06) |
| 54 | TBA | June 07, 2024 (2024-06-07) |
| 55 | TBA | June 12, 2024 (2024-06-12) |
| 56 | TBA | June 13, 2024 (2024-06-13) |
| 57 | TBA | June 14, 2024 (2024-06-14) |
| 58 | TBA | June 19, 2024 (2024-06-19) |
| 59 | TBA | June 20, 2024 (2024-06-20) |
| 60 | TBA | June 21, 2024 (2024-06-21) |

### Season 2 (2025)

| No. | Title | Original release date |
| 1 | TBA | January 06, 2025 (2025-01-06) |
| The Killer in Ezeugo's household confesses. Fortune smiles on the hunters of the Ezenmuo. |||
| 2 | TBA | January 07, 2025 (2025-01-07) |
| Mmadiya takes a bow. Mkpulumma reveals Jideofor's true intentions to him. |||
| 3 | TBA | January 08, 2025 (2025-01-08) |
| Mgberi cool kids reunite. Adaolisa mourns her friend. Obiajulu seeks answers. |||
| 4 | TBA | January 13, 2025 (2025-01-13) |
| Nnanna and Chetanna enjoy some bonding time. Lolia ends things with Boma and there are consequences. Adanna has a new dream. |||
| 5 | TBA | January 14, 2025 (2025-01-14) |
| Adanna gives Nnanna advice, Akuade and Udu battle for supremacy. |||
| 6 | TBA | January 15, 2025 (2025-01-15) |
| Ezeugo's compound stinks of shame. Azubuike is getting an assistant. Akuada confesses on repeat. |||
| 7 | TBA | January 20, 2025 (2025-01-20) |
| Mkpulumma and Jideofor learn new information they despise, Nnanna has something fishy up his sleeve. |||
| 8 | TBA | January 21, 2025 (2025-01-21) |
| Urenna targets Nwoye's intended, Adanna for friendship. Ijeawele's heart is torn between her past and her present. |||
| 9 | TBA | January 22, 2025 (2025-01-22) |
| Nwoye realizes Adanna's forgetfulness is real. Mkpulumma gets an answer that increases her fears. |||
| 10 | TBA | January 27, 2025 (2025-01-27) |
| Adanna and Nnanna's family reunion goes unnoticed, Ejike is attacked, and Akuada experiences final heartbreak. |||
| 11 | TBA | January 28, 2025 (2025-01-28) |
| Ejike and Ahunna discuss the attack. Nnanna gives Adanna a gift. Ujunwa has an experience with Obiajulu. |||
| 12 | TBA | January 29, 2025 (2025-01-29) |
| Ezeugo and his sons become more suspicious of the Ajaani visitors. Ikemefuna picks a new bride and Mmesoma makes a bold move. |||
| 13 | TBA | February 03, 2025 (2025-02-03) |
| Azubuike discovers the true level of Nnanna's impact on his wife. Nwoke says a final no to Nwoye and Ahunna makes a bold move. |||
| 14 | TBA | February 04, 2025 (2025-02-04) |
| Mkpulumma sends Jideofor on a mission. Ezeugo and his household prepare for a wedding. Nnanna says his goodbyes. |||
| 15 | TBA | February 05, 2025 (2025-02-05) |
| Mgberi faces its toughest battle yet. |||
| 16 | TBA | February 10, 2025 (2025-02-10) |
| Mgberi mourns for the lives lost. Chetanna finds safe haven and Nnanna faces the music for his defiance. |||
| 17 | TBA | February 11, 2025 (2025-02-11) |
| Mgberi kingdom continues to mourn their loss, Ofunneka takes a bold stance and Jideofor offers Nwoye a deal. |||
| 18 | TBA | February 12, 2025 (2025-02-12) |
| The search for Chetanna continues and Obiajulu declares independence in the shrine. |||

## Production
### Casting

The cast was reported by Showmax before releasing the first season, with a line-up of Oluchi Amajuoyi, Kingsley Nwachukwu, Ruby Okezie, Kalu Ikeagwu, Nonso Odogwu, Nnamdi Agbo, Jsmile Uhuru, Valerie Odunukwe, Lulu Okonkwo, Oma Nnadi, Phildaniels Aniedo, Obey Etok, Dan Ugoji, Floyd Igbo, Sunny Mcdon, Emma Umeh, Morgan Nwamba, Oluchi Odii, Alex Lucky, Tracy George, Amaka Ezeamaka, Princess Obichi Marshall, Chisom Ogbudimkpa, Chigozie Atuanya, Michael Uchegbu, Charles Obah, Gregory Chiadika, Achu Jeffery, Sidney Ekwulugo, Ichie Fuego, Joy Chioma Obilor, Romanus Chikanma, Posh Owoniyi, Sapphire Ekeng, and Kosi Ogboruche.

### Filming

On 1 February 2023, Busola Tejumola, the executive head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice, said Cheta'm consists of 130 episodes, in her statement during the press conference held in Lagos.

## Premiere and release

On 9 February 2024, Showmax premiered the series, ahead of the launch of the new Showmax 2.0 to be activated on 12 February 2024. On 14 December 2024, Showmax announced that season 2 would be released on 6 January 2025.

### Broadcast history

The TV series premiered on 7 June 2024 on Africa Magic Showcase.