Actor Natay Getachew has officially taken home the Best Male Main Actor award at the prestigious Gumma Awards for his captivating role in the smash hit movie, Tikur Adey. Holding the golden statuette, as seen in the photo, the win is a triumphant seal of approval for a performance critics and audiences have already hailed as a masterpiece.


Released just three weeks ago, Tikur Adey has quickly established itself as one of the year's most talked about movies, and its success is a testament to top tier Ethiopian filmmaking. The film's production from its crisp cinematography and atmospheric score to its tight direction by Fitsum Kassahun Agonafir is lauded as a showcase of the very best in the industry. It's a production that didn't just tell a story; it immersed the audience in a powerful, critically relevant narrative about stalking and abuse, chronicling how obsession can turn a life of resilience into a devastating struggle.

 
At the heart of this success is Natay Getachew’s acting. His portrayal of the destructive force of obsession in Tikur Adey is being described as a word-class effort. He didn't just play a character; he poured himself into a role that demanded he walk the razor's edge between inspiration and darkness. Natay dared the unendurable, tackling the complex psychological layers of his character with an intensity that made the audience utterly unable to look away. This was not a subtle performance; it was raw, committed, and delivered with a visceral conviction that anchored the entire film. 

 
The Gumma Award is simply the official recognition of a performance that has already resonated deeply with thousands.

 
The Gumma Film Awards, presented by Ethiofilm PLC, are designed to acknowledge and honor the best performances and films in the Ethiopian industry, aspiring to bring it up to a world-class standard. The name Gumma, which means "compensation" or "acknowledgment" in Afaan Oromo, perfectly encapsulates the mission of rewarding excellence. Natay Getachew’s win at the 11th Gumma Award is a signal to the world: Ethiopian cinema is delivering powerful, high quality, and emotionally resonant storytelling that deserves every bit of the recognition it is now receiving.

 
Congratulations to Natay Getachew on this spectacular and well deserved win!