Nomzamo Mbatha Appreciates Fans After ‘Shaka iLembe’ Season 2 Finale

Nomzamo Mbatha Appreciates Fans After ‘Shaka iLembe’ Season 2 Finale

  • South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha has bid farewell to the second season of Shaka iLembe
  • The star who plays the role of Queen Nandi, penned a sweet message to the fans as they wrapped up the season
  • Fans are eagerly awaiting the third season, and they also gave Nomzamo and the team their flowers
Nomzamo Mbatha bid farewell to Season 2 of 'Shaka Ilembe.'
Nomzamo Mbatha penned a sweet message after 'Shaka iLembe' Season finale. Image: Getty
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Shaka iLembe Season 2 is officially over. Star of the show and executive producer Nomzamo Mbatha bid farewell to the season in a social media post.

The series has produced many memorable scenes and storylines. It topped the trends list after the departure of former Adulting actor Thembinkosi Mthembu. He portrayed the fan-favourite role of King Dingiswayo, who died in the show as depicted by history books.

The actress penned a heartwarming message to her supporters and fans of the series for tuning in every night to witness the action. Mbatha on Instagram said the success of this season was owed to everyone involved in making the show.

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"Final episode tonight. You’ve stayed with us for 12 weeks, feeling every feeling - rage, inspiration, love, redemption, pride, frustration, adventure, cinematic television achievement, grief - TRIUMPH," she exclaimed.

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"Thank you for your love, MZANSI. Season Two was hard work, and every single person involved in the cast and crew put their hearts and livers into every frame we offered. Our well of gratitude does not run dry."
Nomzamo Mbatha thanked people for tuning on 'Shaka iLembe.
Nomzamo Mbatha was proud of 'Shaka iLembe's success after Season 2 concluded. Image: Oupa Bopape
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Mzansi reacts to Nomzamo's post

Taking to the comments section, peeps congratulated Nomzamo and the crew for making this season as successful as the first.

Zamani Mbatha said:

"You are amazing in every way, how you’ve stretched your arms and legs, reached heights some dream of, YOU ARE GREAT - SHANDU KA NDABA."

Aya Radebe_ cried:

"Can Season 3 be next year and not in 10 years time bakithi."

Eva Modika asked:

"Take this show to Netflix maam! The world needs to see this."

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Zulaikha Patel reacted:

Tonight, we launch our petition for Season 3!"

Mixo Khosa is anxious:

"If this show continues, I'm scared of those ones who are asking for the land. I don't want to see it."

Waliu Fagbemi congratulated:

"Now I can finally binge season 2. Congratulations."

Nikkie Barbz joked:

"Can we get Season 3 immediately or else we are looting."

Beckym001 hyped:

"Yoouuuuuuuuuu did thaaaatttt! Proud!"

Mr Bafanasir said:

"It’s one of my fave films! You guys outdid yourselves. Keep it up, Zamo and the team! Hope you guys are cooking season 3."

Yoliswa Mthembu expressed:

"So proud of you, Zamo. Siyaziqhenya kwaMashu."

Sindi Lungi remarked:

"We appreciate you guys so much. Can we please ask when Season 3 is coming? You will get tired of us asking."

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