Thami Mngqolo Popular for Playing Senzo Dhlomo in ‘Generations’ Returns to TV After a Long Hiatus

Thami Mngqolo Popular for Playing Senzo Dhlomo in ‘Generations’ Returns to TV After a Long Hiatus

  • Thami Mngqolo has returned to TV with a new role in Code 13 after a break from the small screen
  • The former Generations star assured fans he's been busy behind the scenes despite perceptions of unemployment
  • Mngqolo discussed handling fame and highlighted the industry's low pay, emphasising it's not suited for everyone

Thami Mngqolo has finally returned to the small screen after taking a much-needed break. The star, who has been working behind the scenes, said he is happy to be back where he belongs.

Thami Mngqolo returns to TV
Thami Mngqolo has returned to TV after a long break. Image: @thamimngqolo
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Thami Mngqolo lands new acting role in Code 13

Thami Mngqolo is no stranger to the screen, as he has been on our TVs for many years. The actor who rose to fame for playing Senzo Dhlomo on the popular show Generations has landed a new role in a local production.

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Speaking to ZiMoja about his new role, Thami said he is happy to be back. The actor also assured his fans that he has not been unemployed over the years but has been booked and busy behind the scenes. He said:

"I was not completely away from the screens, but you know, when people don't see you busy, they think you are unemployed. I have been surviving and busy."

Thami Mngqolo talks about handling fame

The 42-year-old star is undoubtedly one of the most famous stars in Mzansi. Speaking about navigating fame, Mngqolo said it has been difficult for him because he was never cut out for it. He also addressed the low remuneration in the industry, saying something needs to be done because some great actors end up having financial problems.

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"Fame is overrated. There are people cut out for it. I am not necessarily cut out for it, but I have the temerity for it. But I am not crazy about it."

Baby Cele joins hit show Sibongile and The Dlaminis

In more entertainment news, Briefly News reported that things are about to get shaken, and more drama is to be seen in the upcoming new season of the hit show Sibongile and The Dlaminis.

Social media has been buzzing about the most-watched show on Mzansi Wethu, Sibongile and The Dlaminis after rumours of Luyanda's departure circulated.

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Privie Kandi (Entertainment Editor) Privilege Kandi is an entertainment news editor (joined Briefly in 2022). A Journalism and Mass Communication graduate from the Christian College of Southern Africa (2016), she has been in the arts and entertainment industry for six years. Privie has worked for the Zimbabwe International Film and Festival Trust as a communications officer and a writer and TV producer for lifestyle and entertainment channel CME TV. She passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at privie.kandi@briefly.co.za.