Month: June 2024

Londeka Mchunu (born July 10, 1994), is a South African actress and model. She is best known for her roles in television soap operas such as, Isithembiso, Isibaya and House of Zwide

Londeka is well known for her role in Isithembiso, where she played the role of Snegugu. Despite having no acting experience or interest, she earned the lead role of Snegugu on Mzansi Magic’s (and subsequently Mzansi Wethu’s) Isithembiso, which aired for three seasons on Mzansi Magic.

Now we see her on House of Zwide as the daughter of Faith (Winnie Ntshaba) and Funani (Vusi Kunene) on TV.

 

 

Mchunu was born on July 10, 1994, in Msinga, in a family with ten siblings. Her father died when she was 2 years old. She later grew up in Clermont, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when she moved with her mother at the age of 6. Her mother is a teacher.

Nelisa Mchunu (born February 2, 1992), is a South African actress, model, MC, motivational speaker, and writer. She is best known for her roles in television soap operas such as, Isithembiso, Isibaya, and Uzalo as Fikile.

According to Wikipedia: ” Nelisa Mchunu was born in Wartburg, KwaZulu-Natal, in a family with ten siblings. Her father died when she was four years old.[She later grew up in Clermont, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when she moved with mother at the age of 6. Her mother is a teacher. Her sister, Londeka Mchunu (Zanele from House Of Zwide).

Nelisa made her television debut on Isidingo, but now plays a leading support role in the local soap opera on SABC 1.She discovered her love and passion for acting at a very young age, so it was a natural progression for her to choose to study drama in High School. She then went on to do a BA in Media Studies at WITS University.

Nelisa is passionate about people and giving back, so she continues to look for opportunities to give back and restore hope to people who are in need. Including a soup kitchen where she’s rallied up a number of well known influencers to give back at Abalindi Welfare Society’s Children’s

Despite the fact that they have different moms, Nelisa claims she and her younger sister are quite close. Nelisa and her siblings were reared by their single mother in Wartburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Her father resided in Clermont, and she had ten siblings on her father’s side.

“When I joined Uzalo in 2016 my family was quite excited. When Londeka joined Isithembiso a year later it became a very big thing for our family,” she says proudly.

“It feels good to have someone who understands you and with whom you can share challenges you face.”

They are lucky to be working in the same industry but doing their own thing. No one has compared her to her sister yet. “That would have been very frustrating,” she says.

South African actor Warren Masemola, who donned the towering Giraffe costume, emerged victorious as the winner of The Masked Singer season two. The thrilling finale aired on Saturday, June 29th, on S3 (formerly known as SABC 3) at 18:30. This season, the panel of super sleuth detectives included J’Something from Micasa, Somizi Mhlongo, Skhumba Hlophe, and Sithelo Shozi, who worked tirelessly to uncover the identities of the masked performers, according to The South African

 

 
Following the semi-final round, the competition had four remaining masks: Blue Crane, Owl, Giraffe, and Gold. As the finale unfolded, all the masks were finally unmasked, revealing their true identities. Blue Crane was former Miss SA and author Shudufhadzo Musida, while Owl was actor Aubrey Poo. The detective panel unanimously identified Gold as gospel singer Sbu Noah.

Ultimately, it was the Giraffe, with his electrifying performance of “Welcome to Jamrock” by Damian Marley, who emerged victorious. The Giraffe’s identity was finally revealed as the legendary South African award-winning actor Warren Masemola, with Somizi Mhlongo, Sithelo Shozi, and Skumba correctly guessing his identity.The triumph of Warren Masemola as the Giraffe marked a thrilling conclusion to the second season of The Masked Singer South Africa, following the victory of Holly Rey, who had won the inaugural season as the Lollipop.

In an exclusive interview with The South African, Masemola, the winner of The Masked Singer season two, shared his thoughts on his victory. Masemola revealed that winning was everything he had imagined it to be. When asked if he had manifested his win, he admitted that he had, explaining that he put a significant amount of his energy into visualizing and imagining the outcome.

This focus and dedication evidently paid off, as Masemola emerged victorious in the popular singing competition. The interview provides insight into the mindset and approach that contributed to Masemola’s success on the show.

“It’s everything I imagined when I signed up for the show, it feels good to win with every other thing I put my interests in, whether it’s a competition or not. And even if I’m doing it for myself, by myself I always enjoy coming out as a winner.I did manifest winning because anything that I put my energy into I imagine the most. And the most for me, on this season was to win it,” Masemola stated this exclusively to The South African.

Karabo Magongwa, a 14-year-old South African actress, has made remarkable strides in her acting career. Her journey began at the tender age of five when she starred in an Oreo biscuits advert alongside actor Richard Lekunku, capturing the hearts of South African viewers.

Now, Karabo has become one of the leading actors on the popular e.tv soapie, “House of Zwide,” playing the role of Keletso Molapo. Hailing from Snake Park in Soweto, Karabo has shared her experience of how she started out in the entertainment industry. Her mother recognized Karabo’s natural inclination for acting, and after finding an agent, Karabo embarked on a path that has led her to the limelight.

“My mum told me that I used to play in front of the mirror a lot, acting. And whenever I would see a child playing a role on TV, I’d always say I could do that as well and do it even better than that person. So she looked for an agent for me and when she found one, we went for auditions.I did everything they asked me to do and I became an actress,” she said.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Karabo has expressed her enjoyment in working on “House of Zwide” and the privilege of collaborating with seasoned actors such as Vusi Kunene, Winnie Ntshaba, Motlatsi Mafatshe, and Jeffery Sekele. Despite their star status, Karabo has found the ensemble to be warm and welcoming, with no egos to contend with.

“The past year has been so amazing. We have all become a big family, even though they are big actors. What I like about the actors is that although they’re stars, they don’t have any big egos,” she said

As the new season of “House of Zwide” unfolds, Karabo’s character, Keletso, is poised to captivate viewers with her aspirations to become a DJ, a journey that mirrors Karabo’s own real-life pursuit of music alongside her acting endeavors. This multifaceted approach showcases Karabo’s versatility and ambition, as she navigates the diverse opportunities the entertainment industry has to offer.

Actress Katlego Danke has featured on many productions which has led her to became a household name she is today.
Since stepping into the television industry back in 2002, renowned actress Katlego Danke is arguably one of the best talents to have ever emerged from the South Africa.With an acting career spanning close to 19 years, one thing about this actress is that she pulls off every role she is given.
Check three of her most dynamic roles of all the time in theKatlego Danke is a renowned South African actress who has made a significant impact on the television industry since her debut in 2002. Widely recognized for her exceptional acting abilities, Danke has captivated audiences with her dynamic performances, particularly as Keketso Chaka in e.tv’s Backstage and Dineo Mashaba in SABC1’s Generations.

 

 

 

 

 

With an impressive career spanning nearly two decades, Danke has consistently demonstrated her versatility, seamlessly adapting to a diverse range of roles and delivering consistently impressive results. Her success in the industry has solidified her status as one of the best talents to have emerged from South Africa.

Here’s a look at three of her most dynamic roles:
Role as Keketso Chaka
In 2002, Danke showcased her acting prowess when she landed the role of Keketso on the e.tv youth soapie Backstage. She portrayed the character of a crazy and delusional student at the Vulindlela College in Johannesburg, where the show’s young cast studied performing arts.Backstage, which aired weekdays at 6:30 pm, focused on the challenges faced by youth in college or university. Danke’s captivating performance as Keketso lasted for four years, before she left the show in 2006 to take on the role of Dineo Mashaba on the popular television series Generations.Role as Dineo Mashaba
Danke’s portrayal of Dineo Mashaba, a magazine editor married to the villainous Kenneth Mashaba, a wealthy businessman played by veteran actor Seputla Sebogodi, on the popular South African soap opera Generations, solidified her status as a household name. Her convincing depiction of the role of a rich trophy wife on the 8 pm show resonated with audiences, showcasing her talent and contributing to her widespread recognition.

Role as Onthatile Ndaba
Onthatile Ndaba, the captivating actress, experienced a remarkable career breakthrough in the previous year. She joined the acclaimed television series Gomora, portraying a complex and multifaceted character – a mother of two teenagers whose life takes an unexpected turn.

Onthatile’s character, driven by a vicious and ambitious nature, finds herself thrust into a precarious situation when her wealthy husband is tragically killed during a hijacking orchestrated by her own mother, a powerful tavern queen. This devastating event leaves Onthatile’s character grappling with a sudden loss of economic status, leading her to return to the very township she was raised in, setting the stage for a captivating narrative.

Are Vusi Kunene and Zazi Kunene father and daughter in real life?

There are rumors that rising young actress Zazi Kunene and legendary talented actor Vusi Kunene are related in real life. One of the reasons that sparks these theories is the fact that the two have the same last name. To find out whether the actors are related in any way, let’s take a closer look at their biographies.

 

 

 

1. Vusi Kunene
Vusi Kunene, real name (Vusumuzi Michael Kunene), is a South African greatly admired actor and one of the most talented television personalities best known for his roles in Jacob’s Cross (2007–2013), Paradise (2011), and as Jack Mabaso in the SABC1 soap opera Generations: The Legacy.He was born in the Meadowlands, north of Soweto in Johannesburg, in April 1966. However, there has always been a lot of speculation about Vusi’s date of birth. He was reportedly born on the 13th but changed to the 12th due to superstitious beliefs.

Vusi is a private man, and information about his personal life is relatively scarce. His mother brought him up in different parts of Soweto since they did not own a house. Nevertheless, his mother permitted him to take charge of deciding his future, and that is the same way he is bringing up his children.Vusi Kunene is the father of two; the names of the children are unknown, and it is rumored that he has two daughters. Vusi Kunene has a daughter with Grace Mahlaba, an actress in Backstage soap opera.