Multi-talented actor and Television heartthrob Tiisetso Thoka, continues to raise the bar in the local Television industry with his impeccable acting skills, and he undoubtedly has his eyes set on accomplishing many goals.

The TV star has proven that there is definitely no limit when it comes to his talents. Tiisetso has mastered his craft and he often leaves us in awe of his acting talent and now he is impressing us with his behind the scenes skills.

If everyone could put in as much effort into their work as he does do, this country would be rich with productivity.

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Tiisetso has become one of the country’s most accomplished and local revered actors known for his memorable roles on popular TV shows such as Rhythm City, The Herd and Isithembiso.recently sat down to chat with the actor about landing his big break and his soaring acting career.

Tiisetso who recently bagged a role on Mzansi Magic’s hit soapie Isibaya, says working on the show has been nothing short of amazing.

“It’s a great experience, they have talented actors and their reception has been overwhelming,” he says.

Tiisetso portrays the character of Mickey Sibiya, who is Sizakele’s cousin played by Enhle Mbali and he says he loves playing this character.

“He is full of drama, he is full of humor, I like Mickey because he is well spoken what he thinks in his mind he says it out loud, and he does not care who says what, and he is quite controversial,” he adds.
The gym fanatic says getting the role was not through the normal industry standard channel of auditioning, because he was approached by the producers of the show.

“I worked for Bomb Production in post production so, I was approached by one of the bosses Angus Gibson and Adze Ugah, they came to my office and they told me about a new character on Isibaya they wanted me to try out and I said yes let’s try it out.”

Tiisetso says he also works as a subtitler and a junior editor for the renowned production company. He says he passionate about working behind the scenes.

“It’s something that keeps me busy if I am not on screen, because a lot of people might think that I am always just doing my acting stuff, but there is a lot that I am doing, including post production work. I am quiet interested in editing and I do quiet a lot of freelance gigs and I do a lot of charity when i find time,” he says.

The actor says he would also love to venture into Television directing in the near future. Tiisetso’s character has many on the edge of their collective seats with his enthralling performances, and he says there is more to look forward to.

“Mickey is still going to be controversial moving forward, a lot of people are still going to be shocked on what is going to happen between Sizakele and Mickey and the whole Bhubesini, there is going to be a bombshell that is going happen so I am looking forward to that.”

He says playing this character he has had a lot of challenges with it, as it was a character directors were thinking of. He says they asked him to add his ideas to make his character more fascinating “In the first 2 months as we were trying out we were checking the people’s response on how they feel and what directions should be followed.”

He says after hearing the people’s reactions they worked on how he needs to delivered artistry and makes some changes..

Tiisetso says he is different from his character because he is quiet reserved, but Mickey is outspoken,

“That is why I don’t go to events or red carpets that you might see celebrities going to, I’m too discreet about my private life,” he adds.