Ntando Mncube’s 'Isifiso' Performance Is Nominated As KZN’s Best Male Act: “I Feel So Honoured”

• The Wife's Ntando Mncube's stellar on-screen performance has been recognised as one of the finest in KZN
• He is being applauded for his embodiment of a family man who is leading a double on Mzansi Magic's Isifiso
• Mncube's followers gave him praise as he will compete against tough rivals in his nominated category

Ntando Mncube's embodiment of being a villain in popular hit shows in Mzansi has been finally recognised.

Mhlengi's character shows brilliant craftsmanship on Isifiso

The Wife actor announced on his Instagram that he is nominated by the Simon Sabela KZN Film & Television Awards in the best actor category for his role as Mhlengi in Mzansi Magic's telenovela, Isifiso.

He congratulated his fellow nominees in the post:

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This is what his followers had to say about his nomination:

@thulane_nkululeko_shange exclaimed:

"That’s the one!"

@mbalenhle__m was excited:

"Omg, congratulations."

@vusimajola said:

"Washaaaaaaa!"

@drbonesa congratulated:

"Congratulations Mtakababa. Upwards forever. "

@bhekisizwe_mahlawe remarked:

"Congratulations maaa!"

@nkosik88 said:

"Well deserved, congratulations."

@mpumelelozulu congratulated:

"Well done Bhuti."

@moipone_moremi said:

"Well deserved."

Ntando thanks his producers for his nomination

TshisaLIVE reports that the Kwa-Zulu Natal native felt honoured to be nominated, and he showed gratitude to God, and the producer of Isifiso, Chris Q Radebe, for making his character a success:

“What an honour to be recognised for this role, thank you to my amazing producer.

"I am speechless, but truly grateful to God for his divine blessings."

He will be against Thembinkosi Mthembu, Sphesihle Vazi and Sdumo Mtshali for the best-actor award.

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Mncube started in 2013 on Intersexions, an educational drama series on SABC 1, and has played a part in the medical drama series Durban Gen, and is currently on the record-breaking historical drama series Shaka iLembe.

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The talented thespian told Briefly News that he started his acting journey as a hobby. The humbling love he receives from his viewers motivates him to do better so does the criticism that helps him grow.

When asked what the nomination means for his career, he said one should not depend on accolades to grow their brand as the winner lies in God's hands:

"I never expected this sort of recognition to come of it at all. I love what I do, and the response that I receive is overwhelming to say the least.

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"Let your work speak for itself, but don't get me wrong, I would love to win this award as it would be amazing for me and bring mountains of happiness."

Mbali Mavimbela nominated for the best-actress award

Meanwhile, in another entertainment report by Briefly News, his on-screen colleague was nominated for the Simon Sabela film awards.

Mbalenhle Mavimbela announced her nomination in the best-actress category for her role of Hlomu Zulu, a loved taxi boss wife in the telenovela The Wife by Showmax.

She will be competing with Jo-Anne Reyneke, Nelisiwe Sibiya and Nompilo Maphumulo.

Source: Briefly News