Diana Marua’s Ksh160,000 Monthly Shopping Budget Sparks Online Debate

Celebrity and reality TV star Diana Marua, wife of musician Kevin Bahati, has once again found herself at the center of online attention after revealing her family’s monthly household shopping budget. Her social media post, which showed a staggering Ksh160,000 spent on groceries and other household items, has sparked a heated debate among her followers.

On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, the influencer shared a screenshot on Instagram of the substantial amount, which she captioned with a defiant message: “160k for 1 month shopping at The Bahatis Residence. It’s none of your business, but now you know.” The post was an unapologetic display of their financial lifestyle, consistent with their public brand.

The revelation was met with a swift and divided reaction from the public. Many of the couple’s fans applauded their success and celebrated their financial freedom, viewing the high-end budget as a testament to their hard work and entrepreneurial spirit.

However, a significant number of commentators criticized the amount as being excessive and insensitive to the economic struggles faced by most ordinary Kenyans. The post reignited a broader conversation about the responsibility of public figures and the perceived disconnect between their lavish lifestyles and the economic realities of their audience.

The Bahatis have consistently built a brand around luxury and the public display of success, a pattern that has often placed them at the center of online conversations about money and social class. This latest reveal serves as another example of how their high-end lifestyle continues to both inspire and provoke their followers.