Khabonina Qubeka Dissatisfied With ’Shaka iLembe’s Ending, Claims Scenes Were Edited and Deleted

• South African actress Khabonina Qubeka has expressed dissatisfaction with how Shaka iLembe Season 2 ended
• Qubeka played the villainous role of Queen Ntombazi on the show, and she said she poured her heart and soul into the final scenes
• Fans were curious about how the scenes were supposed to play out, but Khabonina refrained from divulging too much information

The multi-talented Khabonina Qubeka sparked curiosity with her claims that certain scenes from Shaka iLembe were edited and deleted. The star said that when she watched the ending of Season 2, she was left disappointed because that was not what she shot.

The dancer and choreographer played the villainous role of Queen Ntombazi on the show. She revealed to her fans that she poured her heart and soul into the final scenes.

The ending also confirmed Khabonina Qubeka's departure from the series, meaning she will not be a part of Season 3, which has been confirmed to be the final.

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Khabonina makes claim about Shaka iLembe

Many fans of the star felt as though her character was killed off way too easily, given the gravity of her witchcraft. Responding to one, Qubeka seemed to agree with the fan, saying she, too, was surprised at her ending scenes.

“Love, thanks for this. My heart was shattered. When I saw the end last night. This was not the end we shot. I guess they decided to delete a few scenes and edit some moments. I was looking forward to your reaction to her ending. I had dedicated that performance to you guys,” Khabonina cried.

When a fan asked her to explain what she meant, she refrained from doing so, adding that she had already upset some people, so it was best for her to ignore and move on. After Sunday's show, Khabonina bid farewell to the series.

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This is how some people reacted to Khabonina's acting in the final season of Shaka iLembe.

@uNomafu_ said:

"We have never seen a powerful witch like this. The witchcraft made me so uncomfortable. Definitely did an amazing job."

@KMalatji replied:

"Eish Sesi. You did a fantastic job. The only problem is that now we are scared of you."

@Unwillinglabrat praised:

"You're a phenomenal actress, sis'Khabo. You gave life to one of the most revered and feared queens in African history. a job well done!"

@ZeroInOnIt remarked:

"They made the right choice with this one! Everything about her was communicating the role. Talent! Wish her all the accolades from this cos it will live for generations. I wish they ended her role in as much dramatic fashion as she carried herself all through. A queen."

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Source: Briefly News