By Katlego Sekhu
The countdown to the release of SHAKA ILEMBE has begun.
The drama series is set to premiere on television screens around May/June 2023
MultiChoice Director for Local Entertainment Channels Shirley Adonisi says, “SHAKA ILEMBE explores the world that shaped the famed African King and his journey to the throne.
“Pivotal to his story from young boy to globally recognized icon was his mother, Queen Nandi. We felt it was therefore fitting this Heritage Day to honour her role with a campaign that bears the evocative words ‘My Son is Coming.”
Filming for the series is now complete following a 120-day marathon shoot.
Inspired by real-life events, the series promises high levels of entertainment with love, loss, betrayal, hope, friendship, and war all forming part of this remarkable story.
South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha will b starring in and executive producing Shaka ILembe.
In May this year, Nomzamo revealed that she feels honoured to bring the giant that is Queen Nandi to life.
“History will remember those who informed its people of where we come from, to better understand who we are. I am fortunate to be part of a project that is much bigger than ourselves and to tell this story in our own language. Impi iyeza!” expressed the actress.
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