Canal+ Magic's 'Clash' Explores Coupé-Décalé Rivalry Between Abidjan and Kinshasa
"Clash," a new series set against the backdrops of Kinshasa and Abidjan, focuses on the tumultuous friendship between DJs Shogun and Diamantino. Originating from Côte d'Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, respectively, the duo finds themselves embroiled in a fierce musical rivalry. The show premiered on September 16, 2026, at 16:50 on Canal+ Magic and is the result of collaboration between Wassakara Productions, Banshee Films France, and CANAL+ International France, with direction by Philippe Lacôte. Notable cast members include Ange-Eric N'Guessan and France Nancy Goulian, while the writing team features Armand Gauz, Philippe Lacôte, and Camille Lu-Dac.
Key facts
- Clash is broadcast on Canal+ Magic
- The series is set between Abidjan and Kinshasa
- DJ Shogun is Ivorian and DJ Diamantino is Congolese
- Their friendship breaks into a musical war between Côte d'Ivoire and the République Démocratique du Congo
- Wassakara Productions produced the series
- Banshee Films France and CANAL+ International France coproduced it
- Philippe Lacôte directed
- The screenplay is by Armand Gauz, Philippe Lacôte and Camille Lu-Dac
- The cast includes Ange-Eric N'Guessan, Jean-Baptiste Lafarge, Arnold Matondo, France Nancy Goulian, Prudence Maïdou and Fanta Doumbia
- Publication date: 16/09/2026 at 16:50
Entities
Artists
- Philippe Lacôte
- Ange-Eric N'Guessan
- Jean-Baptiste Lafarge
- Arnold Matondo
- France Nancy Goulian
- Prudence Maïdou
- Fanta Doumbia
- Armand Gauz
- Camille Lu-Dac
- DJ Shogun
- DJ Diamantino
Institutions
- Canal+ Magic
- Wassakara Productions
- Banshee Films France
- CANAL+ International France
- RFI
Locations
- Abidjan
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Kinshasa
- République Démocratique du Congo
- France