Social media has been set abuzz after celebrated billionaire Vivian Reddy took to Instagram to celebrate Sorisha Naidoo’s birthday.

No doubt reality TV star Sorisha Naidoo is topping trends in the backdrop of her birthday.

 

SORISHA NAIDOO AND VIVIAN REDDY’S DANCE MOVES BREAK INSTA
Mzansi was puzzled to learn that the bubbly actress was 47 years old. She was born on 24 October 1976 in South Africa.

Undoubtedly, the star has managed to keep her private life under wraps over the years, leaving many to guess.

However, on Sorisha Naidoo’s birthday, Vivian Reddy dropped a video dancing with his wife. The now-viral video has gained thousands of comments and reactions since it dropped on the internet.

However, little is known about when the video was taken. No doubt their dance moves have since thrust them into the top trends. The now-viral dance moves have since been dubbed ‘billionaire’s dance moves.’

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In the backdrop of his post, Mzansi quickly flooded his comments section with their two cents.

@lebo_mcoyi commented: “I love the moves, Uncle Viv😂😂Happy birthday, Sorisha ❤️.”

@anita_nxusii said: “Oom Viv and Aunty Sori-Sorie.”

@bradleyrsa posted: “Unforgettable memories.”

@nonsnonny commented: “Oh what a wow❤️🙌❤️Luv lives here🔥🔥🔥our Sori-sori.”

CAREER
Sorisha Naidoo had her shot into fame in 2005 when she starred in Home Affairs as Shanti. In the backdrop of her newfound fame, she spread her wings.

Between 2008 and 2010, she was the editor and later cast member on e.tv drama series Scandal. She is a businesswoman in her own right, and the rumour mill has it that she owns a skincare company, SSBO.

Bonnie Mbuli has come a long way from her humble beginnings, starring as Zanele on Backstage. She is now a well-respected South African actress, businesswoman, and television personality.

You might know her by her former professional name, Bonnie Henna, let’s see what she’s been up to lately.

 

BONNIE MBULI: THE STAR

Bonnie’s journey to stardom wasn’t your typical Hollywood tale. It all began when she was 13 years old, waiting at a bus stop on her way home from school. That’s when an eagle-eyed actor’s agent spotted her, kickstarting her path to fame.

Her debut on the small screen came in 1992 when she was featured in the TV series ‘Viva Families.’ It was the start of an extraordinary career that has taken her across continents and into our hearts.

BONNIE MBULI: A FACE FOR TV
She’s graced both local and international productions, with appearances in ‘Cave Girls’ and ‘Born Free 2.‘

Her charismatic presence also shone through as she hosted various television magazine programs, including ‘Teleschool,’ ‘Zapmag,’ ‘Technics Heart of the Beat,’ and ‘Limits Unlimited.’

In 2001, Bonnie took on a lead role in the groundbreaking South African youth soap opera, ‘Backstage.’ She continued her ascent through the world of television, featuring in shows like ‘Gaz’lam,’ ‘Zero Tolerance,’ and ‘Home Affairs.’

She even ventured into international series, starring in the likes of ‘Charlie Jade’ and ‘Scouts Safari.’

CHARACTER ACTRESS
In film, Bonnie Mbuli has portrayed a range of diverse characters, from singer Dolly Radebe in ‘Drum’ to Precious Chamusso in ‘Catch a Fire.’

Her star power shone brightly when she played Zindzi Mandela in Clint Eastwood’s ‘Invictus,’ alongside Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon.

But Bonnie’s journey doesn’t stop there. She’s made waves on home soil in series like ‘Rhythm City,’ ‘Rockville,’ and ‘Traffic.’

Her talent also knows no borders, with a notable role opposite Sir Kenneth Branagh in the British series ‘Wallander.’

STILL ACTING
One of her most recent and noteworthy achievements is starring as Jasmine Hadley in the British series ‘Noughts + Crosses.’ Bonnie continues to enchant audiences, proving that her talent is boundless and her star is still on the rise.

As her career evolves, Bonnie Mbuli remains a versatile and captivating figure in the entertainment industry. From her early days waiting at a bus stop to gracing our screens and stages, she’s an inspiration to many.

With her remarkable journey, Bonnie shows that dreams can come true, and with passion and dedication, the world truly is your stage.

Seasoned journalist Redi Tlhabi received a ton of backlash from social media users after she took to X (the social media platform formally known as Twitter) with her unsolicited comments regarding South African businessman and self-proclaimed philanthropist Malcolm X who appeared at the Alexandra Magistrate Court on charges of corruption and extortion on Monday, 23 October.Malcolm X (57) appeared at the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court with three co-accused police officers Desmond Campbell Kekana (52), James Mpho Sekhaolela (45), and Raymond Mphuwa Mokaile (38). The quartet were faced with two counts of corruption and extortion.

 

 
According to IOL, the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane shared that the officers blackmailed a woman for R2 million in exchange for her freedom as she faced an arrest for allegedly having fraudulent stamps on her passport. Malcolm X was reported to have been the alleged middleman in facilitating the payment. The men were reported to allegedly have profited a whopping R580 000 from their victim.Veteran journalist Redi Tlhabi has since shared her two cents about the self-proclaimed philanthropist Malcolm X and questioned his qualifications.

“I ask this sincerely. What business does he own? I was at university with him (RAU) where he repeatedly failed his modules and would instigate protests calling for exams to be boycotted… Whereas he hadn’t [even] qualified to write,” she wrote.

However, she had another thing coming as social media users decided to stop her in her tracks. And, instead, flooded her comment section, bashing her statement and accusing her of being envious.“So only those who passed their modules are supposed to be successful Redi? Check your bosses and see if they have any university qualifications,” @bongwe_ncube asked.

“Someone is charged with fraud but because you hate Redi, you’d rather criticize her than the accused. It’s madness in these Twitter streets,” @MissAwori commented.

The South African sat down with South African actor Madhushan Singh, who plays the role of Prishen Naidoo, on Netflix’s Kandasamys: The Baby.

 
MADHUSHAN SINGH STARS AS PRISHEN NAIDOO IN ‘KANDASAMYS THE BABY’
Did someone say doctor? Madhushan Singh stars as Dr Prishen Naidoo on the fourth installment of the Kandasamys franchise – Kandasamys: The Baby. The film released on Netflix on Friday 20 October.

Prishen is married to Jodi (played by Mishqah Parthiephal) and the pair are ready to welcome their first baby together in Mauritius.

“The Kandasamys are back and there’s a new addition to the family legacy. In blissful Mauritius, Jodi and Prishen are preparing to welcome their bundle of joy, whilst dealing with the interference of iconic mom and soon-to-be grandmother duo of Jennifer (Jailoshini Naidoo) and Shanti (Maeshni Naicker). It’s all lullabies and nursery rhymes until drama ensues with the mom squad, who join forces, and have brow-raising ideas on how to welcome and raise the new baby,” reads the synopsis of the film according to Netflix.

Netflix hosted the film’s premiere at Gateway Shopping Mall in KwaZulu-Natal and The South African sat down with the star for a quick question and answer session.

Q&A WITH MADHUSHAN SINGH
How does it feel to take the film, and yourself from Chatsworth to a global stage?

I feel very blessed to be in a space where we have these opportunities and to be apart of the Kandasamys franchise. (The franchise) started as a love better to Chatsworth and now followed the families through all the trials and tribulations, laughers and tears and just an organic trajectory of the characters, from where they started to where they ended.

And now to be on their fourth film, which is unheard off in South Africa, to say well now The Kandasamys have a baby! I think it’s such phenomenal moment in my life and I’m sure the viewers are going to fall in love with us all over again.

What was it like filming in Mauritius and with a Mauritian cast and having your baby in the country?

It was such a phenomenal experience because we got to feel the love and warmth of Durban and then go to Mauritius and feel the love and warmth of the community there. They opened their hearts to us, you know, I got to be with the locals, learn some dialect, enjoy some local cuisine and at the same time shoot this fantastic movie.

Did the film give you baby fever?

Yes it did! I came home and told my lady I officially have baby fever now.

How do you think Prishen has grown from the first film to the fourth?

I think in the first film he was still just a kid kind of figuring out what love is all about. The second film he got married and had to learn the concept of transitioning from a boy to a man. In the third film it was about being a supportive partner and the fourth film is about being a father. He had to learn how to maintain your household, your family and of course be there for the baby.

South Africans have shown tremendous support to Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi amid the racism allegation levelled against him by England flanker Tom Curry.

 

From messages of encouragement to videos explaining what he likely told the English rugby player and, of course, banter.Amid the drama, a video of Mbonambi speaking about how his love for the sport developed, and subsequently saved his life, was shared on social media. The video was first posted on the Springboks Youtube channel in November 2022.

“I grew up in Bohlokong, the kasi of Bethlehem. That’s where I first learnt about rugby when I was ten years old, I played a bit for the school. When I got home, I’d still play rugby with my friends.

“We used to make our own makeshift rugby balls, form the lemoensak (orange bag) with the newspapers into like an oval-shaped thing and then we’d play anywhere, wherever there was an open ground, or in the middle of the road, in the middle of the streets. We’d play almost the whole day until it gets dark.Mbonambi explained that there were only two of them who meant to a private school in the whole street of Bohlokong so they’d come back from school and teach the rest of their friends how to play rugby.

“We didn’t have grass patches where we could play tackle, so we’d play touchies, but then things would get out of hand and turn into tackle. And that’s how my love for rugby started.”

“Those are the good memories I have of my first love for rugby. I think rugby saved me from the worst side of life and showed me a better side and I’m glad that I found my passion for it and my love for it.”