On Sunday 13 August South African actress Thuso Mbedu served as a one of the five judges at this year’s Miss South Africa pageant competition. As the competition commenced and judges inserted commentary, many fans took to Twitter pointing out that the international actress’s accent may have changed.

 

 

INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR
Thuso Mbedu has quickly solidified herself as one of South Africa’s most talented actresses. The actress first gained international recognition when she appeared as Cora in Barry Jenkins’ The Underground Railroad. Her performance here catapulted the young actress into international success and stardom. From there on Thuso appeared alongside EGOT actress Viola Davis in the Woman King.

Thuso Mbedu in Barry Jenkins’ The Undergroud Railroad. Image via IG (@thusombedu)
For some time now the South African-born actress has been situated in America. Despite flying the South African flag high, many fans have alluded to the star losing herself, specifically losing her South African accent.

Sunday was no different when Tweeps noticed that the actress sounds way different. This is not the first time South African Tweeps criticised the actress for her fleeting South African accent. Almost a year ago The Woman King star shared her two cents on the struggles of load-shedding to which a social media user told the actress to “reduce the American accent”.

The tweep said: “I was watching your interview. Don’t lose the South African accent”.

In response to the critic Thuso replied: “Don’t talk about things you know nothing about,” she said.

Media personality and former Idols SA judge, Somizi Mhlongo, introduced Mzansi to the up-and-coming 17-year-old singer, Mbali Buthelezi, popularly known as ChubbyCheeks, to a captivated audience at the Zonke concert held at Pont de Val in Parys.

 

 

SOMIZI’S SECRET WEAPON
This Vaal native is not just any teenager – she’s a singer, songwriter, and producer, all rolled into one mega-talented package reports Celebsnow. And boy, did she know how to set the stage on fire! With a chart-topping hit titled ‘Kuyabongwa,’ ChubbyCheeks has already proven she’s not here to play. The crowd at the Zonke concert experienced an electric jolt as she stepped on stage and commanded the spotlight.

Who needs an energy drink when you’ve got ChubbyCheeks’ high-voltage performance? It’s no surprise that her debut single has clocked over a million streams in just four months, signalling that she’s rapidly carving her name in the annals of the music industry.

SOMIZI AND CHUBBYCHEEKS THE RISING STAR
But what makes ChubbyCheeks genuinely unique isn’t just her catchy tunes – it’s her ability to captivate an audience like a seasoned pro. Fans were left in an absolute frenzy, singing along to her hit single, ‘Kuyabongwa,’ as if they’d been chanting it for years. And when I say frenzy, I mean it!

The atmosphere was electrifying, to say the least, and it’s safe to say that ChubbyCheeks’ performance was one for the history books.

CHUBBYCHEEKS MUSIC FUTURE
When asked about her first professional performance, she couldn’t contain her excitement and gratitude. In her own words,

“I’m so excited and grateful for the experience as this was my very first performance at a professional level, and seeing so many people singing along is an experience that I’ll never forget.”

ChubbyCheeks
And honestly, we can’t blame her for being over the moon! It’s crystal clear that ChubbyCheeks is on the fast track to stardom, and she’s got the talent and fan base to back it up. The South African music scene won’t know what hit it once she fully unleashes her potential.

WHERE IS HE NOW?
Rumour has it that he has been into photography over the years, but the actor hasn’t confirmed these rumours despite thrusting him into top trends.

 

 

He has also appeared on podcasts discussing all things sports. After all, he is an avid motorsports fan and has an impressive car collection to show for it.

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Despite keeping his private life under wraps, many have been more than convinced that Austin Mothapo has since switched the floor to the cooperate world just like those before him.

The star owes South Africans an update about what he has been up to in the backdrop of his newfound fame.

Generations: The Legacy’s power couple Tau Mogale and Karabo Moroka will return to the SABC1 soapie in September.

 

 

INSIDE TAU AND KARABO’S RETURN
Actors Connie Ferguson and Rapulana Seiphemo, who play Karabo Moroka and Tau Mogale will return to Generations: The Legacy, according to the TVSA September teasers.

The teasers also reveal that Tau Mogale will be released from prison in September and Karabo Moroka will be summoned by the Moroka elders.

Wednesday, 13 September: “The Moroka elder is summoned to an important meeting back home.”
Thursday, 14 September: “Will Tau accept the opportunity he is being offered?”
Wednesday 27 September: ” Tau is worried that it wasn’t Pele who enabled his release.”
Ferguson and Rapulana, who play a divorced couple in the SABC1 soapie also appeared at Mazwi Moroka’s (Musa Ngema) funeral in April this year.

Zimoja reports that the fan-favourite duo rejoined the show with former The Estate actor, Aubrey Poo, whose character has not been revealed yet.

A source from production told the publication: “They are trying to revive the show and also get more ratings.”

It is unclear how long Aubrey Poo and the pair will be with the show at this stage!

ALSO READ: ‘It’s a downgrade’: Soapie fans on Aubrey Poo joining ‘Generations’

‘GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY’ VIEWERS REACT TO LATEST CASTING
@VictorMkhetsane: “They should just join the show for good. Return full time.”

@andre_luthuli: “Everyone in the comments section talking about “generations should be canceled”. When the show is the second most watched in the country.”

@Modipadi_W: “Problem ya Generations ke hore (Generations problem is that…) they don’t listen to what we want, that is why e bora so. We said we wanted Paul out, but he’s still there, ai!!”

@IamElyGreen: “Sbwl a lifetime gig like these two. They can always come back.”

MORE ABOUT THE ZIMBABWE TRIP
Nadia Nakai is often praised for having a good heart. She was nominated at the recent BET Award where she reportedly refused to represent Zimbabwe and for good reason. With her mother being Zimbabwean, her origins stirred some confusion amongst her fans and music awards organisers.

 

 

This is because she was nominated for the Best International Flow category representing Zimbabwe, but decided to ask that the country she represents be changed to South Africa because she believed it would be unfair for other female rappers who are based in Zimbabwe since she is not based there, SA Hip Hop Magazine reported.Well, it’s no secret that Nadia Nakai and Zari Hassan didn’t get off to a good start. We all remember that memorable episode on YFA where Nadia Nakai was still smitten by Zari’s baby daddy, Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz and got the shock of her life when Zari walked in from nowhere and interrupted the evening, stealing not only Diamond’s attention, but also the rest of the castmates attention who were mesmorised by her angelic beauty and assertive personality.

From lost lovers and late lovers to marriages, and more, the duo seems to have squashed any beef that they had and can even call each other up in other countries and link up outside from the rest of the YFA cast.

ALSO READ: ‘YFA’ star Zari Hassan on age difference with ‘young’ husband

Nadia and Zari recently met up for some brunch and drinks in Lusaka and as usual, they made sure to look drop-dead gorgeous.

“Brunch in Lusaka 🇿🇲💕,” Nadia captioned as she uploaded some photos from the brunch date.

“Couldn’t resist the Zambian Sunset 🌅 😍 Thank you for having me! Can’t wait to come back soon! 💕” she wrote in another post.