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  • Zolisa Xaluva Returns To Our Screens Starring in “Smoke & Mirrors”

    Zolisa Xaluva Returns To Our Screens Starring in “Smoke & Mirrors”

    zolisa xaluva returns to our screens via Smoke & Mirr

    e.TV confirmed that its long-time-running isiZulu soapie Imbewu was set to end on Friday, 14 April 2023. This meant that there was an opening for a new show to take over the coveted time slot on the channel. As such, in March 2023, it was confirmed that The Final Chapter Production company would helm the upcoming soapie that was to replace Imbewu.

    As reported at the time:

    Smoke & Mirrors is set in the landscape of a small mining town called Emnyameni. Here, we come to learn that the story lives up to its name- nothing and no one is true as they seem. Introducing the character of Thandiswa, a hairdresser by day, an escort by night, and a girl on a mission to rid the town of “The Unholy Trinity”, the group of morally corrupt men who run Emnyameni.

    In light of the nearing end of Imbewu, eTV has shared more details on Smoke & Mirror’s main cast and the supporting trailer ahead of the premiere.

    Zolisa Xaluva returns to our screens via Smoke & Mirrors

    e.TV has shared an official statement confirming the main cast members for the upcoming soapie Smoke and Mirrors. The series is a female-led series as the official statement has confirmed that upcoming actress Ayanda Bandla has been selected to play the title role of Thandiswa Mseleku.

    However, it is probably the lead male actor who will excite viewers to watch. This is as leading man Zolisa Xaluva has been confirmed as the title lead antagonist in the story as he is set to portray the leader of The Unholy Trinity Caesar, who is described as “the alpha and a cut-throat businessman who doesn’t mind getting his hands dirty.”

    Additionally, the official statement went on to share the remaining main cast:

    “We then meet Jaxon with an ‘X’, yes an ‘X’… He’s played by Meshack Mavuso – Magabane. He’s our flashy mayor and tends to live way beyond his means. Then, we’re introduced to Mthetho played by Kabomo Vilakazi. He’s the town’s police commissioner. Mthetho lives a double life that will one day catch up with him.”

    Moreover, other veteran actors that are set to join the cast were included in the statement when stating, “amongst all these characters, there’s one matriarch in town whom everyone respects- Nomvea played by Charmaine Mtinta, she’s a powerful sangoma who no one can mess with but is he a match for Virginia, played by Zinhle Mabena, wife to the Alpha Caesar.”

    Besides the leading actors, who have a proven track record. It seems that the channel and production company is investing in new and unseen talent. This is as it shared by the newcomers who will be joining the main cast which include:

    “Khayalethu Xaba, and he plays the character of Mpendulo Mseleku, Thandiswa’s son. He’s a street-smart kid in his teens. Then, there’s Martha played by Lusanda Mbane. She’s a former sex worker and a two-star hotel owner in Emnyameni. And then, in comes, the town’s lovely couple-Nthabiseng portrayed by Angela Sithole, and Sakhile played by Siya Raymond.”

    Watch the official teaser trailer of Smoke & Mirrors below:

    Source-Zalebs

    In Other News- Wiseman Mncube Bids Farewell To “The Wife”

    After three seasons Showmax’s most popular original series to date, The Wife, has come to an end.

    Wiseman Ncube

    The telenovela was inspired by the series of novels by author Dudu Busani-Dube under the Hlomu title. Learn more

  • Wiseman Mncube Bids Farewell To “The Wife”

    Wiseman Mncube Bids Farewell To “The Wife”

    After three seasons Showmax’s most popular original series to date, The Wife, has come to an end. The telenovela was inspired by the series of novels by author Dudu Busani-Dube under the Hlomu title. The telenovela has had an interesting ride to its end as the telenovela deviated from the books, which was met with mixed emotions.

    However, that did not stop the telenovela from a trending week in and out on Twitter. As such, as the telenovela comes to an end, one actress that has gotten flowers for her stellar performance is none other than lead Mbalenhle Mavimbela who played the title character of Hlumo Dladla.

    Not only did she receive her flowers from the viewers. But even the cast of the series gave her flowers. This includes Bhut’ Omdala, Mondli Makhoba who was quoted as saying:

    “Mbalenhle is an amazing actress, she is very talented, she chooses her moments carefully, and she plays generously… Working with her was refreshing because you know she will come prepared, ready to go where the scene takes her. She is respectful in her work; she understands who she is in a scene. She shines when needed and supports when needed, which is something many actors struggle with.”

    Wiseman Mncube who came in ahead of the third and final season of the telenovela to replace Bonko Khoza as Mphele Zulu, and Hlomu’s main love interest in the series also had nothing but compliments for Mavimbela as he stated that:

    “It was a blessing to work with such a talented actress. She welcomed me with open arms; she was loving and also respectful. She’s a dedicated professional and I wish her nothing but the best going forward. It was an honor to share a screen with her.”

    While Mavimbela bid her farewell to the telenovela when she shot her last scene of the series. As reported at the time:

    Mbalenhle who played Hlomu had been with the show since its inception, but her journey has sadly come to an end. She took to her Instagram page last week to share a video of her last moments on set.

    In the video, Mbalenhle can be seen surrounded by the cast and crew while carrying a bouquet of flowers.

    She wrote: “It’s a picture wrap for uMahlomu. I walked into this production as a young lady and left as a wise woman. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and has been a part of my journey from the very beginning.

    Wiseman on the other hand waited until the finale where viewers had to bid a bittersweet goodbye to his troubled but beloved character.

    Wiseman Mncube bids farewell to The Wife

    In light of the series finale of The Wife, Wiseman Mncube used the opportunity to bid farewell to his character via social media, Sharing a video of his most memorable moments from the set he used the caption to share his final word on playing Mqhele Zulu.

    Source-Zalebs

    In Other News- Nadia Nakai appreciates AKA’s fanbase, Megacy

    Nadia Nakai appreciates AKA’s fanbase, the Megacy for their constant support and love since the death of the rapper.

    Nadia Nakai and AKA

    Kiernan AKA Forbes was shot and killed on the 10th of February and the fanbase hasn’t given up on continuing his legacy while seeking justice. Learn more

  • Nadia Nakai appreciates AKA’s fans

    Nadia Nakai appreciates AKA’s fans

    Nadia Nakai appreciates AKA’s fanbase, the Megacy for their constant support and love since the death of the rapper. Kiernan AKA Forbes was shot and killed on the 10th of February and the fanbase hasn’t given up on continuing his legacy while seeking justice.

    Nadia Nakai

    Taking to Twitter the Megacy hosted a space where they talked about the rapper and exuded love for the family he left behind. Nadia listened to the recording and appreciated them.

    Nadia Nakai and AKA

     

    “Listening to this now. love the energy here… made me cry and smile. Thank you guys for constantly saying you will support Glammy, Zinhle, Kairo, the family and myself. THANK YOU! Hearing what you learnt from him really reminded me of a lot! You guys really knew him,” she wrote.

    Source: Fakazanews

    In other news – Photos: Shauwn Mkhize (MaMkhize) sparks Illuminati speculations on her Birthday

    South African reality TV star and businesswoman, Shauwn Mkhize also known as “MaMkhize” has sparked sinister rumours with her latest look. In fact, many are linking the Royal AM boss to a secret society known as the “Illuminati.

    Shauwn Mkhize

    In an Instagram post, MaMkhize shared a daring look for her birthday. In it, the soccer boss was dressed in red from head to toe, wearing a red latex dress, a long red wig, and red gloves. Learn more

  • My life has fallen apart – AKA’s mom

    My life has fallen apart – AKA’s mom

    AKA’s mom Lynn Forbes has opened up about how she is handling the grief of losing a son almost two months after AKA’s death on 10 February.  Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, popularly known as AKA, was shot dead outside of Wish restaurant on Florida Road, Durban on 10 February, along with his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane. His mom, Lynn Forbes, took to Instagram to share an update on how she is dealing with the grief — self care, self acceptance and social support.

    “I get to decide how to put myself back together. If feels like my life has fallen apart and it has. However, I am leaning into my grief and feeling my emotions. Good self-care, self acceptance and social support is what gets me through the days. There is new life to be lived all around me,” she wrote. This comes after Lynn shared how she could never go back to her “old self” on 30 March.

    She explained that there is no going back to the old version of yourself — the one before the pain of losing a loved one. Instead, there is a “new normal” which you need to adapt to.

    Lynn Forbes

    “Trauma permanently changes us. A major life disruption leaves a ‘new normal’ in its wake. There is no ‘back to the old me’. You are different now. Full stop,” she wrote. This comes just a day after Lynn broke her silence on the alleged arrest of five suspects in connection to AKA’s murder.

    IOL reported that three suspects have allegedly been arrested in Cape Town in connection to the murder of AKA. The suspects are reportedly still in police custody in Cape Town. The suspects will reportedly be brought to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) where they are expected to be charged. Netwerk24 later reported that two more men were also arrested in Belhar after police trailed them for weeks.

    Lynn and AKA’s dad Tony Forbes released a statement addressing the Megacy’s reaction to the arrest of suspects. We are at a loss for words to describe or gratitude for the outpouring of love that we’ve received from the Megacy. We’ve seen people deeply hurt and angered by Kiernan murder and wanting justice. As a family, we empathise with the grief experienced and we understand your pain,” she wrote.

    Source: thesouthafrican

    In other news – Video of DJ Tira walking drunk causes a stir

    DJ Tira is presumed to be under the influence by some viewers who stumbled on a recent video of him.

    DJ Tira

    In a video that surfaced on social media, the DJ is seen walking unsteadily with his sunglasses well fixed on his face. Learn more

  • Video of DJ Tira walking drunk causes a stir

    Video of DJ Tira walking drunk causes a stir

    DJ Tira is presumed to be under the influence by some viewers who stumbled on a recent video of him.

    In a video that surfaced on social media, the DJ is seen walking unsteadily with his sunglasses well fixed on his face.

    DJ Tira

    The video garnered over 66 000 views with comments that suggested that Tira was high on alcohol in the video.

    The video reminded people of an old video clip of the DJ being allegedly high on drugs.

    It’s not new, hence people didn’t act surprised in the comment, rather many laughed it off.

    In other news – Thobeka Majozi’s net worth revealed

    No doubt Mzansi was introduced to the bubbly millionaire in the backdrop of her affair with award-winning rapper Casper Nyovest. The two hogged headlines when they let the cat out of the bag that they were expecting. Against the backdrop of the news, Mzansi has been trying to connect the dots about Majozi apart from the fact that she has a son with Cassper Nyovest.

    According to ZAlebs, she is a ‘degreed rich aunt’, a jill of all trades, and a master of all. She graduated from Durban University. Her lavish life has seen her being regarded as one of the coolest South African ‘Rich Aunties’.Learn More

  • Big Zulu celebrates his birthday in style

    Big Zulu celebrates his birthday in style

    Big Zulu expresses excitement as he turns 37 years old today. The musician took to social media to announce his birthday. He shared a photo of himself and captioned it with words of gratitude.

    Big Zulu expresses

    “Ngicela ukuthatha lelithuba ngibonge umndali ngokungi garcinia kuze kube lapha. Ngibonge ibusiso nakho konke angenzele kona. Happy Birthday to ME,” translated to, “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the creator for keeping me up to this far. Thanks for his blessings and all he has done for me. Happy Birthday to ME.”

    In other news – Moonchild Sanelly working on a film to protect s.e.x workers

    Moonchild Sanelly says she is working on a film that aims at protecting s*x workers. The singer made the revelation following Micheal “Mr Smeg” Bucwa’s claim about the entertainment industry and prostitution.

    Moonchild Sanelly

    The South African entertainment industry promotes and glorifies female promiscuity and prostitution. Learn more

  • Moonchild Sanelly producing film to make s.e.x work legal in South Africa

    Moonchild Sanelly producing film to make s.e.x work legal in South Africa

    Moonchild Sanelly says she is working on a film that aims at protecting s*x workers. The singer made the revelation following Micheal “Mr Smeg” Bucwa’s claim about the entertainment industry and prostitution.
    The South African entertainment industry promotes and glorifies female promiscuity and prostitution.

    Moonchild says prostitution is work and she’s producing a film that will aid the work to become legal in South Africa.

    Moonchild Sanelly

    “prostitution is work! Not this derogatory term u attach it to belittle women! Sex work is work! Y’all be talking out ur asses to seem cool to most ignorant minds #stupid I’m executive producing a film aimed at protecting sex workers rights & legalising SEX WORK! In SA,” she tweeted.

    In other news – DJ Sbu reminisces about being targeted with fake pregnancy

    Sbusiso “DJ Sbu” Leope recalls when a woman tried to mess up his life with a fake pregnancy.

    DJ Sbu

    Speaking on the Virtual Mkhukhu podcast, the DJ said the woman wanted to extort money from him using a false pregnancy. Learn more

  • Zandie Khumalo celebrates Babes Wodumo’s return on stage

    Zandie Khumalo celebrates Babes Wodumo’s return on stage

    Zandie Khumalo celebrates Babes Wodumo’s return on stage. The singer shared a video of the Gqom queen performing to an audience following. Dark clouds hovered Babes following the death of her husband, Mampintsha who suffered a stroke and passed away at the hospital in December.

    Babes Wodumo

    While the Gqom star was mourning, the heartbreaking incident doubled as her husband’s mother, Zama Gumede died. Babes has been away from gigs as she had to mourn her loss, but she’s gradually picking herself up as she’s back on stage.

    Zandie Khumalo

    Taking to Instagram, Zandie shared a video of the Wololo hitmaker performing and captioned it with encouraging words.

    Babes wodumo

    Hello my baby @babes_wodumo  Refreshing on stage as always those who know me knows how much I love seeing other women do well,” she wrote

    In other news – Zoleka Mandela prepares for her death

    Zoleka Mandela prepares for her death months after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.

    Zoleka Mandela

    The businesswoman has been updating her followers about the results and how she’s been coping; she started a YouTube channel for the same purpose. Learn more

  • Gogo Skhotheni-Dlamini launches her podcast on YouTube

    Gogo Skhotheni-Dlamini launches her podcast on YouTube

    Gogo Skhotheni-Dlamini launches her podcast on YouTube titled, Venting. The traditional healer who recently had a fight with Gogo Maweni has long desired to start a podcast. I’ve always wanted to do a podcast especially when I saw the differences that we have when it comes to spirituality and the way we speak about it on social media. We argue, instead of understanding each other,” she said.

    Gogo Skhothen

    She launched the podcast on Monday and it’s garnered 32 000 views in 18 hours, which excites her.

    Gogo Skhotheni

    “I’m very much happy that I’ve gained so many views with just one episode and they are increasing, I feel like people have been waiting and I’m willing to submit. People must not expect a closed off Gogo Skhotheni as I will be touching on other topics.”

    Skhotheni says the show isn’t for bashing people. The venting podcast is where we vent our differences as people based on our belief. The show is not about bashing people.

    Source: News365

    In other news – DJ Sbu reminisces about being targeted with fake pregnancy

    Sbusiso “DJ Sbu” Leope recalls when a woman tried to mess up his life with a fake pregnancy.

    DJ Sbu

    Speaking on the Virtual Mkhukhu podcast, the DJ said the woman wanted to extort money from him using a false pregnancy. Learn more

  • Zoleka Mandela prepares for her death

    Zoleka Mandela prepares for her death

    Zoleka Mandela prepares for her death months after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. The businesswoman has been updating her followers about the results and how she’s been coping; she started a YouTube channel for the same purpose.

    In an interview with Phemelo Motene on Kaya FM’s Point of View, Zoleka says she’s preparing for her death and life after she dies, especially for her kids.

    Zoleka Mandela

    “It will probably sound strange but, I am in my panic stages. I think I am blessed and fortunate enough to be in a position where I am in my planning stages. I am having conversations with my loved ones, lawyer, therapist and siblings to discuss what happens on the day and after I pass away.”

    “I have reinforcements that I know that tomorrow is another day. I have learned to really just be okay with my eventuality. I’m living to be okay with living despite an expected death. I am always evaluating various facets of my life, my relationships, priorities and goals. I am put in a place to actually have a say, especially with my kids as a single parent that looks after all my children. Zoleka says she does not want to bother her siblings after death, hence the preparations.

    Zoleka Mandela

    Meanwhile, she recently confirmed that the cancer is now in her hip area and now the liver, asides from her spinal cord. There is a lot of pain, every day is different. The form of treatment is different, in this regard, they are doing a lot of trying to improve my quality of life by reducing pain. I do have fractured bones due to cancer

    Source: eNCA

    In other news – J’Something Happy about being on “The Masked Singer SA” show

    It was announced a few days ago, that the singer, Somizi, Sithelo Shozi, and Skhumba are detectives of the show, while Mpho Popps is the host.

    J’Something

    Taking to his Instagram account, the Mi Casa singer confirmed the gig and expresses his excitement. Learn more