Pearl Thusi Faces Backlash, Accused of Clout-Chasing Over Viral 'Water' Challenge Dance Video

Pearl Thusi Faces Backlash, Accused of Clout-Chasing Over Viral 'Water' Challenge Dance Video

  • Pearl Thusi has again found herself at the centre of social media scrutiny
  • The actress and presenter recently posted her videos for the viral Water challenge and was accused of attention-seeking
  • Though Pearl has not said anything in response to the backlash, Mzansi had plenty to say

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Pearl Thusi's viral dance to 'Water' challenge caused an online stir.
Pearl Thusi is accused of being an attention-seeker over her 'Water' challenge dance video. Images: pearlthusi
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Pearl Thusi is being called out for clout-chasing after posting a video of herself dancing in Spain. The actress shared multiple clips of herself shaking her bum to Water by Tyla for the song's viral challenge. Mzansi accused Pearl of clout-chasing, saying she's desperate for attention.

Pearl Thusi joins Water Challenge

Johannesburg-born singer and dancer, Tyla released her hit single, Water, which later got its own viral dance challenge that Pearl soon joined.

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The actress posted videos during her vacation in Spain dancing to the song and asked her followers to help her pick which one she should make her Instagram reel.

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"I need help choosing the one that should become my reel for the challenge. Comment with the frame number! Please and thank you!"

Mzansi reacts to Pearl's videos

Social media users were unimpressed with Pearl's videos, with others saying "It's giving Zimbabwe," alluding to her recent trip to Mbare.

sibusisozamdela said:

"Umdala."

mavuso_akasilos commented:

"You too old for the s#!t, stop it."

sakhile_nxumalo_ responded:

"Ungenwe yini wena ngane, wasi dunusela kangaka senzeni kuwe ngampela? Kawu 10 pho."

delsomusic_live posted:

"Stop whatever you smoking."

bongs6010 added:

"It’s giving Britney Spears."

mangaung101 said:

"You do need help, serious."

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EsonasihleM commented:

"Why kanti? She already has the fame and viewership."

Other users weren't as critical and cheered Pearl on for her toned body and dance moves:

tiamowry said:

"F#@k it up!!!

pearlmodiadie commented:

"1st and last slide!"

djzinhle responded:

"Stomach!"

robinthede posted:

"ALL OF THEM CAUSE YOU'RE FINE AF!"

Pearl Thusi catches fire over Zimbabwe trip

Briefly News recently caught online reactions over Pearl Thusi's trip to Zimbabwe where many blasted her for supporting ZanuPF.

The Zimbabwean ruling party has been accused of gross human rights violations and Pearl's visit raised many eyebrows.

The publication revealed even more social media reactions from other socialites' recent Zimbabwe visits that sparked online outrage.

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Moroba Moroeng (Entertainment editor) Moroba Moroeng is an entertainment writer at Briefly News and a University of Johannesburg alumni (Public Relations and Communications, 2018). She was the content manager and, later, editor for HipHop Africa, where she honed her proofreading, leadership, and content management skills. Having begun her career as a content writer for Slikour OnLife, Moroba has over four years of experience as a writer specialising in music journalism and entertainment. She joined Briefly News in 2023 and passed a set of training courses by the Google News Initiative. Email: moroba.moroeng@briefly.co.za