Mbalenhle ‘Mbali’ Mavimbela dumps ‘Isiphetho: Destiny’?
Former The Wife actress Mbali Mavimbela has reportedly left Isiphetho: Destiny, where she plays the role of Buhle.
MBALI MAVIMBELA DUMPS E.TV SHOW?
Zimoja reports that the talented actress Mbali Mavimbela dumped Isiphetho: Destiny with immediate effect.
The publication adds that she dumped the Black Brain telenovela to join Burnt Onion’s upcoming TV show.
It is believed Mavimbela’s contract with Isiphetho was scheduled to come to an end on Saturday, 30 November.
An insider tells the publication she resigned with immediate effect. She apparently told the new company that she had done shooting with Isiphetho: Destiny, but she is contracted to work until 30 November.
The publication adds that Mavimbela’s sister and manager, Sam Mavimbela confirmed her resignation but would not disclose the details.
The South African reached out to Ms Mavimbela on Sunday, 24 November for a comment.
‘ISIPHETHO: DESTINY’ ENDS
Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela confirmed in October that the e.tv show Isiphetho: Destiny has been cancelled.
“The new Black Brain Pictures produced telenovela will not be renewed for a second season. The current season will end on April 4th, 2025, on e.tv,” says Mphela.
The show recently introduced Sindi Dlathu’s character, Zanemvula, a woman of God with an axe to grind against the Zondo sisters, Connie (Gugu Gumede) and Blondie (Linda Sokhulu).
Zanemvula’s ex-husband, Zwelakhe is played by Mojatsi Mbhele while her daughter is played by Mbalenhle Mavimbela.
The telenovela is set in the heart of Soweto amidst the vibrant community of Mzimhlope. It follows the lives of four friends who were bound by a life-changing secret during their teenage years.
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