Countdown for Mzansi Magic’s Historical Drama Series 'Shaka iLembe' Begins, Mzansi Is Full of Anticipation
- It's just days until the official launch of the new and exciting Mzansi Magic drama series, Shaka iLembe
- The star-studded show is centred around the story of the life of the iconic king of the Zulu tribe, King Shaka
- Shaka iLembe features talented stars such as Nomzamo Mbatha as the oueen mother of King Shaka, played by Lemogang Tsipa and Senzo Radebe, among others
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Shaka iLembe is finally approaching the official premiere date on DStv's Mzansi Magic. The historical drama centres around the life of King Shaka of Zululand.
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Mzansi is full of anticipation after the trailer of Shaka iLembe dropped, causing the start of the countdown till it goes on air.
According to News24, the series consists of 12 parts and tells the story of the Zulu King and unpacks the events that shaped his life from childhood.
In a press release, DStv media sales CEO Fahmeeda Cassim-Surtee said they had to consult with academics, historians and family descendants before they could start shooting the series.
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"This is an epic series told on an epic scale, and it is destined to keep audiences tuned in with strong plotlines, stunning visuals, an evocative soundtrack," said Cassim.
IOL reported that the historical series promises drama that will keep viewers at the edge of their seats as it unpacks themes of love, hope, betrayal and loss, among others.
Watch: The trailer of the epic historical drama series
In September 2022, DStv's Mzansi Magic shared the trailer of Shaka iLembe to give a glimpse of what to expect in the series.
The series has been in the making for six years and began filming earlier in the year. It is set to premiere on Saturday, 18 June 2023, News24 added.
Meet the cast and crew members of the much-anticipated historical series
Ntando Duma is cast as Bhibhi kaSompisi Ntuli, Wiseman Mncube will play the role of King Zwide, Thembinkosi Mthembu, well-known for his character, Mabutho on The River, will portray King Dingiswayo and Nomzamo Mbatha takes the Queen, among other stars.
Mzansi is living for the Shaka iLembe cast and crew and has been singing praises.
@leikanyeng wrote:
"The cast for Shaka iLembe is the greatest ensemble ever gathered for SA television."
@enatsmqoks commented:
"Just watched the Shaka Ilembe trailer, haibo! I cannot wait! The stellar cast and the storyline nje, the bomb."
@jaybadza47 said:
"I hope DStv takes 'Shaka Ilembe' to Broadway and gets the cast to tour the world like 'The Lion King'."
@Lethu_Ntuli added:
"Shaka Ilembe cast is absolutely perfect."
@Emilenom wrote:
"The trailer looks promising and convincing."
Shaka iLembe drama series criticised for explicit scenes, Mzansi questions raunchy tone of SA films and TV
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that the trailer for the upcoming South African epic drama series, Shaka iLembe, has been met with criticism for its explicit scenes.
Tweeps were not impressed with the explicit scenes shown in the trailer of the series and made their grievances known.
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