Rundu, July 26-The latest episode of Shaka iLembe introduced a different tone compared to the end of episode five which saw the traditional newlywed love between King Senzangakhona kaJama (Senzo Radebe) and Queen Nandi kaMbengi (Nomzamo Mbatha) while this week’s episode six showcased a lot of emotional weight between the couple marking a nerve-wracking tale.
Episode 6 marks trouble in paradise as King Senzangakhona kaJama and Queen Nandi
kaMbengi’s love is compromised by the arrival of Bhibhi (played by Ntando Duma), who has
seemingly poisoned the mind of King Senzangakhona. TV Personality and Actress, Ntando
Duma, takes on the role of Bhibhi who stirs up division among King Senzangakhona wives
and, this forces Queen Nandi kaMbengi and Young Prince Shaka to leave the Zulu Isigodlo.
Chatting to Ntando Duma, a 28-year-old mother to one who just recently launched her
kiddies’ hair salon about her role in the series: “I am so grateful for the opportunity to play
the role of “Bhibhi” on Shaka ILembe. I had so many challenges auditioning for this
character- I think I auditioned more than once before getting this role. What I really loved
about this production was the people, energy, environment, knowledge, and understanding
of culture. Being Zulu myself, I admit that there are some things that I didn’t know about our
culture. Learning about where we come from gave me so much happiness and I hope that
when the viewers look at this show and they too can feel a sense of pride, appreciation and,
experience the power of storytelling and our language. For me “Bhibhi” will be that character
people love to hate, she will mark her area at all costs.”
King Bhungane (Jabulani “Sjava” Hadebe) is surprised by Godongwana (Thembinkosi
Mthembu) who comes ready and prepared to seek refuge. As a result, Godogwana changes
his given name Dingiswayo, his faith is renewed when he is told that Baleka is alive, and he
thanks the underground gang (ancestors) for always staying by his side.
Meanwhile, as the Son of King Senzangakhona kaJama, Shaka has a lot of respect for his
father, he sees him as a role model and a great leader but his father King Senzangakhona
kaJama rejects all his efforts. Sad for a boy who just wants to make his father proud. This
father-and-son relationship saddened and confused the young Prince Shaka. The love of a
mother is unconditional and never-ending, just as the love seen with Nandi with her kids.
In case you have missed episode 6, all Shaka iLembe episodes can be found on DStv
Catch Up. Tune in next week for episode 7 exclusive to Mzansi Magic channel 161 Sunday
at 8pm.
For more info, visit www.mzansimagic.tv and follow #ShakaiLembe on social media. SHAKA
ILEMBE’s headline sponsor is Telkom. Associate sponsors are Grant’s Whisky and
LottoStar, while tactical sponsors are Santam and Toyota SA.
