"I'm Obsessed": Zulu Makoti Stuns in Traditional Chinese Attire in Viral Video, SA Raves

"I'm Obsessed": Zulu Makoti Stuns in Traditional Chinese Attire in Viral Video, SA Raves

  • A Zulu makoti has gone viral for wearing traditional Chinese attire alongside her Chinese partner, showcasing cultural fusion and unity
  • The couple's video has garnered over 8.3 million views, sparking praise and admiration for their confident display of cultural heritage
  • The makoti's bold fashion choice has sparked meaningful conversations about identity, acceptance, and cross-cultural unity in modern relationships

In a beautiful display of cultural fusion, a Zulu makoti has captured the hearts of millions after a video of her wearing traditional Chinese attire alongside her Chinese partner went viral.

A Zulu makoti wowed South Africans with her traditional Chinese attire.
A Zulu makoti wowed South Africans with her traditional Chinese attire. Image: nazsabelo4ever
Source: Instagram

The clip, which has garnered over 8.3 million views online, showcases the couple embracing and celebrating their heritage with grace and pride, leaving online users in awe of the stunning pair.

Zulu makoti stuns in traditional Chinese clothes

In the video, the young woman stuns in a bright red cheongsam, a traditional Chinese dress adorned with gold embroidery. She stands confidently next to her Chinese husband, who is also dressed in traditional Chinese garments. They radiate love and unity as they pose together, reflecting a powerful message of cultural harmony.

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Social media users from across Mzansi have flooded the comments section with praise and admiration. Many expressed how moved they were to see an African woman honouring her partner’s roots while still maintaining her identity as a Zulu bride.

"Don't know why, but I'm totally feeling this even though I don't understand anything, but he's got some swag," one person commented.

While interracial and intercultural marriages are becoming more common in South Africa, this couple's video serves as a refreshing reminder of the beauty of embracing diversity. The bride’s confidence and grace in the Chinese outfit, while proudly representing her Zulu heritage, have sparked meaningful conversations about identity, acceptance, and the blending of cultures in modern relationships.

As the clip was posted on the couple's page under the handle @nazsabelo4ever on TikTok on 28 July 2025 continues to trend, many are calling the makoti an icon for cross-cultural unity. With such a warm reception from Mzansi and beyond, it’s clear that love, no matter where it comes from, has the power to bring people together in the most beautiful ways.

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Mzansi netizens loved the couple's heartwarming interaction, and many flooded the comments section, raving about the lovebirds' vacation.

Ama Serwaa said:

"Sisters Hong."

Erin H added:

"He said, 'Met a pretty girl, she was fly, she was my type. I'm gonna do everything to keep her happy, keep it straight, keep it right. Hold her close, love her long, keep it solid cause we're tight."

Kellyma wrote:

"I'm obsessed."

Roxy888 expressed:

"Love the pull of ownership."

Andrea 98 replied:

"She is gorgeous!!"

Mima Kejora stated:

"Beautiful couple."

Offbrand Royalty shared:

"He gets an African queen, and I don’t have one. I got the bride price money too."
A Zulu makoti wowed South Africans with her traditional Chinese attire."
A Zulu makoti wowed South Africans with her traditional Chinese attire. Image: @nazsabelo4ever
Source: Instagram

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za

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