Police Shut Down Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa's Set at Cosmopolitan Nightclub in Joburg

• Police interrupted Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa's live set at Cosmopolitan nightclub in Johannesburg over the weekend
• The incident marked the second time police have allegedly shut down a Scorpion Kings-linked performance
• Footage of the disruption circulated on Instagram, with fans questioning why Cosmopolitan keeps facing police interruptions

A night that promised good music and energy at one of Johannesburg's popular nightlife venues did not go as planned. Police reportedly brought Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa's set to a halt at Cosmopolitan nightclub over the weekend, cutting short what had been shaping up as a high-energy performance.

Entertainment SA shared footage on Instagram showing the nightclub's blue-lit dancefloor, Pioneer DJ equipment on stage, and a crowd that had gathered for the show. The clip captured the festive atmosphere before the interruption, with the duo performing to a packed room.

Not the first time

According to Entertainment SA, this is not the first time authorities have stepped in on a Scorpion Kings-related event. Police allegedly shut down a separate Scorpion Kings show on 19 September, ending that performance before it could reach its natural conclusion.

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The Scorpion Kings are the collaborative duo formed by DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small, though Xduppy has been closely associated with their recent live performances. No official reason has been provided for either shutdown.

Fans react to Cosmopolitan pattern

The repeated incidents at the same venue caught the attention of fans online, with some questioning whether Cosmopolitan has a persistent problem with police.

@tmabilana commented: "Why is it that all the time at Cosmopolitan they are always get interrupted by the cops"

Phori makes way to Podcast and Chill

In a previous report from Briefly News, Maphorisa sat down for an interview with MacG and Sol Phenduka to push back against accusations that he acts as an industry gatekeeper.

DJ Maphorisa also revealed that he and his partner in crime, Kabza De Small, were prepared to pay Samthing Soweto R500,000 to join them at their Scorpion Kings Live concert.

Source: Briefly News