Drama series The River is known for serving drama on a hot plate and bringing storylines that push the actors who portray the characters to new heights.

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The award-winning show when it comes to powerful and thought evoking storylines does not play. It even finds itself in trouble with viewers on social media when they are not happy with the experiences that their favourite characters are going through.

Now, The River’s latest storyline brings the spotlight to character Kabelo portrayed by Thapelo Sebogodi, who is showing viewers just how talented he is.

The character Khabzela has always been a favourite with viewers with his catchy lines and funny personality but his latest storyline sees him take on the portrayal of a drug addict following the tragic death of his mother.Viewers have had to watch the ever so bubbly Khabzela turn into a nyaope junkie after he was not able to get over his mother’s death, which he felt that he caused.

The storyline for many viewers has hit home with many recalling seeing friends or family members go down a dangerous hole that drugs trap them int’s no surprise that actor Thapelo is an amazing actor, after all, it does run in his blood, his father is legendary actor Seputla Sebogodi who has won two SAFTAs and is best known for his role as Kenneth Mashaba on Generations.

Not so long-ago viewers were in a meltdown when character Ntsizwa portrayed by Meshak Mavuso died after suffering from liver failure and not receiving proper health care from the local clinic, as the dialysis machine was broken.

The character’s passing cut deeply as he had found love with Rakgadi Kedibone portrayed by Tsholo Matshaba and they were true couple goals, who viewers hoped they would come out on top despite circumstances being against them.

The emotional storyline saw many viewers wiping tears and taking to Twitter to praise the actors for their stellar performances.

Meshak and Tsholo are not the only actors that have been praised by viewers, actress Linda Mtoba who returned to her role as Nomonde earlier this year for a short stint had viewers in awe after she perfectly executed a scene which saw rats walking all over her.

After Nomonde being beaten to a pulp – she was left lying in an abandoned shack with rats roaming around. The show’s viewers are

Television presenter Lorna Maseko has set tongues wagging on whether she is pregnant or not, this follows her recent live video on Instagram which has raised eyebrows.

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In a screenshot of the live video seen by ZAlebs, Lorna’s stomach is not the usual flat one. The TV star is seen wearing a white top which shows off her stomach, and it looks like she has a bun baking in the oven.

While many may be speculating about her alleged pregnancy, it is still unclear on whether she is expecting or not.
Screenshot @lornamaseko

Lorna definitely has lots to celebrate as she was recently unveiled as Justine Africa’s newest ambassador. In a post shared by the brand on Instagram, it expressed how excited it is to have her on board. “We have some really exciting news to share with you! Award-winning celebrity chef, media personality, entrepreneur and businesswoman @lornamaseko has officially joined the Justine A-Firm Brightening family as our newest brand partner! We really look forward to our journey together, we know it is going to be an exceptional one. Welcome to our family, Lorna!”

Expressing her gratitude the award-winning chef said she is super excited

“Hey my love bugs, I’m super excited to announce I’ve joined the @justinesafrica family for the launch of their NEW A-Firm* Brightening Range It’s been a long time coming and I can’t wait for you guys to see what we have in store for you! Justine has created this anti-aging skincare range that is Pro-Me and Pro-You, a range formulated for South African skin by South African skincare experts,” she wrote.

Mampintsha has taken his hustle to a whole new level by adding ‘entrepreneur’ to his biography. The muso has announced that he will be launching his own brand of gin, Original Shandis Gin.

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Taking to his Instagram, Shimora posted a video saying his Original Shandis Gin will be dropping in December and asked his fans to support him as he elevates his hustles. He did mention that he is still in the process of doing some final mixes before the ‘big’ launch.

Asking for his fans to wish him luck as he tries out a new business venture, ”
I’m dropping my new gin in December. Details dropping Soon. UNKULUNKULU PLS BLESS MY HUSTLE. WISH ME LUCK MZANSI.”In a previous post, he committed himself to growing and becoming a better person. He wrote, “The goal is to make everything around me grow…Including myself.”

This is not his only hustle, apart from being a West Ink boss, he had started his own food business called Emakhishini. He had flooded his Instagram wall with pictures of the different cuisines asking people to support local also adding contact number. His food business is based in Elamont.

Showing his growing business and the support from Andile Mpisane, he posted a video thanking him for purchasing 40 plates of food.

South African actor Atandwa Kani has decided to pay homage to his late doppelgänger, Chadwick Boseman who sadly lost his life after a long battle with colon cancer.

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Despite playing many roles and bringing certain characters to life, Chadwick was best known for his role as the fist black superhero Black Panther. In the 2018 film, Atandwa Kani portrayed the younger King T’Chaka and the older being his father John Kani.

The two expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chadwick, so much so that Atandwa got his whole face and a bit of Chadwick’s upper torso tattooed on his leg.

Atandwa Kani honored Chadwick’s memory by getting inked and posted a video of his masterpiece with the caption, “Rest in peace King.”

His death on August 28 shocked many and the Twitter post announcing his death became the most liked post ever with 7.7 million likes and 3.1 million re-tweets.

Even though the sequel for Black Panther has been announced, many fans urged Marvel Studios to not have a replacement or another T’Challa replacing Chadwick. However Mzansi seems to think Atandwa Kani is the perfect fit for the role.

Under his comment’s secion were follower applauding the beautiful tattoo whilst other are still in disbelief that Chadwick is no longer with us.

“I don’t know how long will take me to accept the fact that Chadwick isn’t with us I knew if I was in LA I would have met with him in NAACP image Awards this guy spirit is so humble still hating the f*** s*** so called death,” one follower wrote.

Another wrote, “Argh man intle lento. Long live the Wakanda King.”

Commenting on their resemblance, one follower wrote, “This is super dope, especially that you have that resemblance to him.”

“I’m in tears right now, this is so beautiful Atandwa,” said an emotional user.

“This is dope. Well done to who ever did this work,” said another follower commending the great artistic work.

Like many other shows, Idols SA will be continuing with their live performances with the presence of a studio audience.

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This was confirmed by the director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net, Nomsa Philiso, who spoke to Daily Sun about taking this rather tough decision in order to protect contestants and viewers.

“The show is about to reach its peak, a stage where viewers are starting to have their clear favourites. While we have had to take the difficult decision not to have audiences at the live shows due to the current environment and in trying to keep our fans and contestants safe, we are excited that our valued viewers can still enjoy this exciting production with us, from a distance, with lots to look forward to as we get closer and closer to the finale,” she told the publication.

The auditions and theatre week performances are always done without the presence of a studio audience, however as the competition progresses to live performances, the theatre is always filled with supporters.

This year things are forcefully done differently as large gatherings are restricted, however with the easing of restrictions, a certain number is permitted. Idols SA has taken the decision to not allow audience members for their safety.

Viewers can however enjoy the performances of the newly selected top 16 through the Mzansi Magic channel 161, stream it on the Mzansi Magic website and through the DStv Now app.

Last week the games officially began with the selection of the top 16. Judges Unathi Nkayi, Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung and Randall Abrahams have selected the season 16 top 16 contestants and viewers already have their eyes set on their favourite.

“This year’s competition has been an intense one for our contestants with all the changes they had to cope with in theatre week.

“The fate of the contestants now rests with you, the viewers at home, as they will rely on your votes to ensure that they make it to the next round, starting with our male contestants this coming Sunday,” commented Nomsa Philiso.

Remember their names because they are destined for great things. They are: Sonwabile Zanothando, Ntokozo Mvelase, Ethan Norris, Jerodine Madlala, Brandon Dhludhlu, Zama Khumalo, Jooma, S’bongile Mntambo (known as Bongi), ZAYN-Reece, Dee, Succeedor, Asim’bonge Zwane (known as Melanin), Mr Music (real name Lungisani Mthethwa), Ndoni (real name Phumzile Mseleku), Qhawe Mahlangu and Be (real name Boitumelo Mohutsioa).