Uzalo actor Sibonelo ‘Wiseman Mncube’ dumps drama series for Shaka Ilembe

Wiseman Mncube has confirmed his exit from Uzalo and will be kissing his on-screen character goodbye after bagging a lead role in Shaka ilembe movie.

Wiseman is best known for his on-screen character on Mzansi’s most-watched drama series Uzalo. In Uzalo, he stars as the notorious Sibonelo, who happens to be a son of a celebrated KwaMashu thug Nkunzi Mhlongo. Recently he was involved in a shootout and was shot and severely hurt, sparking rumours that he is bowing out of Uzalo.

 

 

 

Wiseman Mncube
Wiseman Mncube: Image Credit @Instagram
However, as Mzansi thought, Wiseman would bow out of the drama series. In the wake of the daring rumours, the 32-year-old actor did confirm the news about his exit but made it clear that he would be bouncing back on the show. However, his absence on teasers even fueled the rumour.

Uzalo actor Sibonelo ‘Wiseman Mncube’ dumps drama series for Shaka Ilembe
The drama series takes a dive into the story of the legendary King Shaka from his childhood till his death. In the much-talked-about series, he will be starring as Inkosi Zwide kaLanga Nxumalo of the Ndwandwe nation. His exit will pave the way for him to shoot his scenes on Shaka ilembe.

Sbonelo from Uzalo
Sbonelo from Uzalo: Image Credit – Instagram @wiseman_mncube
“Many people worry that I’m leaving Uzalo as my character was seriously wounded, but I’m not. That was a way for me to disappear in style and shoot Shaka Ilembe.

People are saying I’m quitting and are very worried and asking me not to leave. They must relax. I’m not quitting; they will see me because I will be back to entertain them. Maybe I will disappear for two months, but I will be back.”

The bubbly actor went on to open up about his on-screen on Uzalo and how it’s unpredictable.

“I started off as a medical doctor and ended up as a celebrated thug. All these characters are good for me because I love doing something unpredictable.”