By Katlego Sekhu
Talented actress Lungelo Mpangase is the latest addition to the incredible cast of The Wife.
She plays Xoli, Sambulo’s love interest.
Speaking to Kaya 959, she says the books are what attracted her to The Wife.
“The books were amazing; I read some of them when I was in high school. I love the writing style, the story, and its characters.
So I couldn’t miss it. It’s one of those projects you don’t wanna miss. You want to be part of The Wife.“
This is a challenge she had longed for in her acting journey.
“Something that would take me out of my comfort zone because I was tired of playing the timid little girl from rural KZN. Then I read the bio of Xoli and thought, ‘Oh, God heard my prayer. This is the challenge I needed in my career.”
After finding out that she had gotten the role, Lungelo jumped for joy.
“I jumped up and screamed because I was so excited. I didn’t tell anyone at first as I wanted the news to first sink in and make sure I got a contract and all that. And then of course the first person I told was my mom.”
Mpangase says working with Sipho Ndlovu, who plays the role of Sambulo has been effortless since she’s known him for quite some time.
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