Alleged photo of 'Biri Marung' Singer Tebogo G Mashego Restrained in Hospital Goes Viral
- A photo of Amapiano singer Tebogo G Mashego in hospital went viral on X on 23 September 2026
- The 23-year-old's hospitalisation reignited memories of his emotional Nigeria breakdown, where he cried on Instagram Live
- Some X users made unverified claims that Mashego had been checked into a mental health facility
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Source: Instagram
A photo of Amapiano singer Tebogo G Mashego in hospital has set social media alight, with fans deeply concerned about the 23-year-old's wellbeing. X user @Nhlangothi__ shared the image on Tuesday, 23 September 2026, with the caption "Awo Biri marung," referencing his hit song.
The post quickly drew attention because it came after a turbulent few months for the young musician, particularly following a distressing public episode during a trip to Nigeria.
Some accounts on X made unverified claims that Mashego had been admitted to a particular health facility, though no official confirmation has been provided. The claims about the nature of his hospitalisation remain unverified.
Mashego's Nigeria breakdown
Mashego had travelled to Nigeria for a gig but found himself stranded, leading to an emotional Instagram live session in which he broke down in tears. During the live, he swore at Sony Music and DJ Maphorisa, claiming he had been abandoned by the people he travelled with.
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"I came here with people, and when we got here, they started changing. I asked them to buy me a ticket so I could return home. Now they say there's no way I can go because they signed a contract," Mashego said during the livestream.
He later resurfaced in a follow-up video, sporting a shaved head after removing his dyed hair, and addressed his followers directly. "Please forgive me for misbehaving, for all the things that happened in Nigeria. I'm talking to my fans only," he said.
Check out the latest photo of Mashego below:
Mzansi reacts to hospital photo
The viral hospital image brought renewed worry from fans who have been watching Mashego's journey closely. Below are some of the reactions:
@Bonganeknow: "He saw terrible things in Nigeria."
@BabonkeL: "This Brother hasn't been okay since that Nigeria trip. I wish the brother a speedy recovery and hope he overcomes whatever demons are trying to take him down."
@pietmashika: "It means he is a danger to himself or those around him; hence, they restrained him."
@PhetoleAbubakar: "He was ok on TikTok with his content a wela inside a trap ya music industry a drug firm."
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