Video Interview: Putain’s Frederik Daem

A raw, authentic story, the Streamz original series Putain depicts a grittier side of Brussels. It features a mix of rising talents (including some authentic street casting) and established actors to show the multilingual and multicultural reality of Brussels today.

The series has been resonating with both young and older audiences, garnering the best opening weekend for a Streamz original in 2024 and consistently earning top ratings. The story follows the life of Brussels-based Gigi and his friends Rania, Snokkie, Yves and Zola. When Gigi discovers that his mother, Anaïs, is once again dating her ex, Fabrice—who was not only her former love but also a past partner in drug addiction—he presents her with an ultimatum: her son or her lover. When Anaïs refuses to answer, Gigi decides to leave home. Relying on his friends, he embarks on an unexpected new chapter in his life.

Writer and creator Frederik Daem takes TV Drama Weekly behind the scenes of the Belgian drama series and its unique casting process.