Entertainment
Mohale accused of using Somizi’s links to score Rhythm City job
Mohale accused of using Somizi’s links to score Rhythm City job. After the news broke that Mohale Motaung had landed himself a new role on eTV’s Rhythm City, the actor was surprised to see that he had received an overwhelming amount of backlash instead of praises. The news originally broke when entertainment commentator, Phil Mphela shared his casting news, which opened up an endless amount of critique towards the show and Mohale.
The backlash had even caused Mohale to trend throughout the day and the Twitterverse couldn’t help but discuss what his qualifications were for bagging the role – aside from being Somizi’s man. Some of the tweets which have gained traction included Nkosazana Gembe who stated, “One day this face will be on TV. Upcoming actors and actress, Don’t give up on your dreams.
Connections or no connections, solder on!”, and, Angie Mosepidi who stated, “If you want to be in the entertainment industry and you don’t know anyone or have a family member within the entertainment industry, Ur chances of making it in are very slim. Whether ur a good actor or u studied arts won’t even matter.”
One day this face will be on TV. Upcoming actors and actress, Don’t give up on your dreams. Connections or no connections, solder on! #mohale #Somizi pic.twitter.com/8L9wXcumiO
— 👑Nkosazana Gembe. 👸🏾 (@Maziyaprincess) September 29, 2020
CASTING NEWS: Mohale joins #RhythmCity
Mohale Motaung-Mhlongo has joined the @etv soapie to play Kudzo — a fly by night investor.
According to my sources, Mohale will be on screen for a few episodes.#KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/jHh4q7Q7Zh
— Kgopolo Mphela (@PhilMphela) September 28, 2020
Whilst it was clear that the majority of TV lovers were outraged by the industry nepotism, Phil Mphela decided to withdraw his statements and conversation starters, as he believed that the backlash was getting out of hand. He stated, “This above tweet is not about Mohale CASTING NEWS post. If my tweet does not have #KgopoloReports them I’m not reporting anything just giving my opinion or tweeting nje. Triggered a few people. Let me delete.”
Nna I like my followers to be informed and not just jump on band wagon.
Does Mohale being married to Somizi benefit is industry goals. Yes.
Somizi elevated Mohale’s profile.
That said there are some industry facts we need to also look at when criticizing his growth.
— Kgopolo Mphela (@PhilMphela) September 29, 2020
Mohale chose to ignore the hate and focused on those who showed their support for his acting dream. He thanked many of his followers for their congratulatory messages and looked forward to his debut on the popular weekday show.
The best comeback however came from Mohale’s husband, Somizi, who shared a hilarious GIF, along with the caption, “Sometimes this is the answer u need to give to trolls”.
Sometimes this is the answer u need to give to trolls pic.twitter.com/yE9Z1GaqJ0
— somizi somGAGA (@somizi) September 29, 2020
According to an official press release from eTV, “Mohale enters the world of Rhythm City as a Head of sponsorship for a big cell phone company. He lives, breathes, and sleeps sponsorship and is always looking for the perfect opportunity to invest. However, little do Rhythm Citizens know that Kudzo will be assuming the role of a false investor, looking to place his investment on a Kilowatt Festival as part of a play that is orchestrated by David Genaro’s daughter, Pearl. At this rate, it seems that Pearl will go to any length to avenge her father’s death, including milking Suffocate of his money.”
Source – CelebsNow
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Nigerian Celebrities
Nigerian actor John Mr Ibu Okafor to be buried at the end of June
The late Nigerian actor and comedian John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, will be buried at the end of June. Okafor passed away in March. According to Nigerian media reports, the Okafor family in Eziokwe Amuri, Nkanu West LGA in Enugu State, released the funeral details in a statement. The family stated that it would like to honour Okafor’s loving memory like the hero and legend he has been, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and liveliness.
“We would appreciate your esteemed presence as we lay to rest our son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and in-law on the 28th of June 2024,” reads the statement.
Kindly join us as we share the best and last moments with our icon.
Five-day burial ceremony
The statement said the burial ceremony would commence on June 25, where a high-profile novelty match will take place. It will be followed by a session called Mr Ibu’s Night that will involve a candlelight procession and live entertainment.
On June 27, a Christian wake will be held at his compound in Eziokwe Amuri, Nkanu West, before the funeral service takes place on June 28.Okafor passed away on March 2 at the age of 62 at Evercare Hospital in Lekki, Nigeria.
He died of cardiac arrest after a prolonged battle with an ailment that led to one of his legs being amputated. Despite his health challenges, Okafor remained dedicated to his craft until his passing. He only disclosed his health struggles in October 2023. The veteran actor appeared in over 200 Nollywood films, including those from the Mr Ibu series, which was very popular in the early 2000s.
Source: Sundayworld
Nigerian Celebrities
Junior Pope not buried by river bank – Police
The Anambra State Police Command says the remains of Nollywood star, John Paul Odonwodo, popularly called Junior Pope, were not among those buried by the bank of the Anam River. The Command’s spokesman, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, made the clarification on Sunday, stating that only three of the deceased families agreed that the victims be buried by the riverside.
He noted that after the burial of the three, one of the families came back to exhume the remains of their daughter for a befitting burial in her country home.Ikenga added that the corpse of Junior Pope was deposited at a morgue.
“The Command, on an inquiry about the unconfirmed information that the recovered bodies including Junior Pope were buried by the Riverside where the boat accident happened, discovered that three of the deceased families accepted the victims should be buried beside the river.
“But later, the family of one of the victims decided to exhume the body to be given a proper burial in her state while the other two were still buried there. Also, Junior Pope and one other are still in the morgue and await the deceased families’ funeral arrangements,” he said. The PPRO further stated that the Command is still investigating the unfortunate incident.
He said, “The producer of the movie and the two boat drivers’ statements have been obtained, and other necessary actions/moves already emplaced by the operatives as directed by the Commissioner of Police to determine the criminal liability of any person, if any, in the mishap
Source: Dailypost
Nigerian Celebrities
Singer Paul Okoye hints at remarrying
Popular singer and half of P-Square, Paul Okoye, aka Rudeboy, has hinted at remarrying. The ‘Reason With Me’ crooner dropped the hint while scolding fans for wishing his divorce from his ex-wife to be toxic.
He stated that he would not succumb to their wishes, urging them to accept the reality that he is with his new partner, Ivy Ifeoma.He went on to unveil hashtag options for himself and his partner, Ifeoma.
On his Instagram story, Rudeboy wrote: “Some of y’all wish and think all divorces must be toxic, looking for someone to blame so that y’all can be entertained… lol
“#Ifeomanonso Or #Ifynonso. Choose one. Rudeboy, 41, unveiled Ifeoma, then 22, as his new girlfriend in December 2022, one year after his divorce from his ex-wife Anita Okoye.
Source: Naijanews
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