Brenda Ngxoli Gets Candid About Preparation for Role As Brenda Fassie in ‘Vulindlela’ Docu-Series
- South African actress Brenda Ngxoli has revealed how she prepared for portraying the late Brenda Fassie
- Ngxoli was announced as the lead actress in the film Vulindlela, an upcoming SABC1 documentary series
- The star received love from her social media fans, who congratulated her, with many saying they cannot wait to witness Ngxoli back in action
- Briefly News spoke with a trusted fitness instructor who gave commentary on Brenda's weight loss regimen to prepare for her role
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South African actress Brenda Ngxoli prepared very vigorously for her upcoming role as the late legendary singer Brenda Fassie.
The star took to social media to share her routine and how she prepared for 13 months before she started shooting.
Brenda on preparing for Fassie docu-series
It's not easy slipping into the Weekend Special hitmaker's shoes, and Brenda Ngxoli found that out the hard way.
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The star got candid about her preparation routine, which took more than a year to perfect and to get in the zone. The proud mommy said she had to do the most while being a mother to her daughter, Sky Ngxoli.
"It took me 13 months to prepare for this role. From gym to weight loss drips to personal trainers to Mediterranean diets. You name it. Whilst breastfeeding my darling @sky_ngxoli. Dance and movement classes to voice coaches. All in faith that one day I shall be able to portray Brenda Nokuzola Fassie," she proudly stated.
The former The Queen star will play the lead role in the upcoming SABC1 documentary series, Vulindlela.
Briefly News spoke with a fitness trainer, Romeo, who shared insights on how Brenda's routine, might be beneficial for someone who is also trying to lose weight or reach their desired weight.
"Drips can work if they are coupled with proper dieting and regular gym sessions. They don't really do the work alone. Sticking to your diet plan as drawn by your trainer, and also trying out intermittent fasting is extremly important. Dance classes are the perfect form of cardio. Coupled with drips, you will see magic," he revealed.
Announcing her role, Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela took to his X account on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, sharing that Ngxoli has scored the role of the late singer.
"Brenda Ngxoli plays Brenda Fassie. The incomparable Ngxoli takes on the role of the iconic entertainer in Vulindlela, a four-part documentary series. The docu-series charts Brenda Fassie’s extraordinary rise from obscurity to South African music royalty. After hitting rock bottom, Brenda was written off by the industry. She defied expectations and reinvented herself through the iconic album Vulindlela. Ngxoli Plays Brenda in dramatisation scenes in the documentary. Premieres Saturday, 15 November 2025 at 8 pm on SABC1," said Mphela.
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How SA reacted to Ngxoli's post
Mzansi believes in Brenda Ngxoli, and they are confident that she will nail her role.
cooking_with_noli stated:
"Brenda played by Brenda...very fitting!"
providencempho shared:
"You see that slide 2. Momma, you're doing the most! I believe you already."
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princessnkoc stated:
"I know she will nail the role."
thamie_connor shared:
"The only person in SA who can nail the role of our legend. Brenda."
matjila_mali said:
"You are the best and will always be sweetheart."
Brenda Ngxoli gets her teeth done, SA reacts
In a previous report from Briefly News, a picture of Brenda Ngxoli showing off her new teeth at the dentist's caused a buzz online.
Social media users accused Brenda Ngxoli of recklessly spending money after concluding that she'd had a cosmetic procedure. She took to her official X account and responded to the backlash caused by the photo.
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