Innholdsfortegnelse for 8/27/2020 i TV Plus English

I’ve learnt during lockdown that I don’t like change. I’m a fan of plonking down in front of my TV or laptop (if I’m streaming) at the same time week in, week out for my favourite series and soaps. But the world is changing, 2020 has altered the way we do everything, even buying magazines like tvplus. Evolution doesn’t wait. You’ll notice in our Movie Menus (p38-41), for example, that M-Net Movies Zone in week 1 becomes M-Net Movies 4 in week 2. DStv has mashed its existing movie channels together for a new look and feel, combining the six into four to give viewers a better viewing experience, according to their research, and with fewer repeats. The same goes for BBC Brit and BBC First – DStv dropping BBC…

Name: Genevieve Terblanche Position: senior writer, body composition: 50% tea, 50% snacks. I am watching: What We Do In The Shadows (2019-now) season 2 on Showmax. My take on this show: this season of the vampire comedy gets a blood type A+. Familiar and dogsbody Guillermo (Harvey Guillén, Benedict, 2017-2018 in The Magicians, 2015-now) finds out that he’s from the Van Helsing bloodline – useful when a series of vampire assassins are sent to kill his master. And the vampires are as delightfully clueless as ever, this season confusing their neighbour’s SuperBowl party for a Superb Owl party, which sounds like a lot more fun. My favourite moment so far: vampire Nadja (Natasia Demetriou, host of The Big Flower Fight on Netflix, 2020) summons her own ghost during a seance…

It’s not just new releases that have us stampeding to these streaming platforms. There are some don’tmiss shows that you may not know that they have. Binge these mood-boosting, feel-good series now… • Dogs season 1 doccie, 2018, Netflix. A looks at people’s emotional bonds with their dogs. • Queer Eye seasons 1-5 reality, 2018-now, Netflix. An inspirational, fun make-over show that’s out to make people glow from the inside. • The Almost Impossible Game Show season 1 gameshow, 2015, Amazon Prime Video. Contestants take on absurd and undignified challenges as Irish narrators mock their skills. • The Zoo season 1 comedy, 2017, Showmax. British series gives the animals silly voiceovers to explain the (dirty) jobs their keepers do. • Earth From Space season 1 doccie, 2019, Showmax. Cameras on…

Chantelle Thrupp-Snow (33) After two failed marriages and a personality disorder diagnosis, the account exec is more than ready for a fresh start. She reveals that her downfall in romance is that she’s too needy and forceful due to her abandonment issues. “I need to learn to make the right choices,” says Chantelle. Tori Celliers (47) The fitness studio owner’s marriage ended following her ex-husband’s multiple infidelities. The mom of two considered reconciling with him but he was tragically murdered. She’s interested in finding closure and moving on. Helen Zondo (50) She’s been single for 14 years following her divorce. The public transport operator was married to her boyfriend of 10 years, but then everything took a turn for the worst after they tied the knot. “I want to break…

NB! Y&R has shut down filming due to COVID-19 and is airing themed episodes until production resumes. BOLD Steffy tries to hide the pain her bike crash left her in, and Ridge gets news that distracts him from his daughter Steffy. Sally’s deception is the talk of the fashion world and she worries that the Forresters will shun her. Flo tells an anxious Sally that Wyatt will decide her fate once he is back from a work trip, and Shauna needs to talk to Ridge about their Vegas hookup. Thomas meanwhile urges Steffy to take her pain medication when he sees her suffering. DAYS Something worrying takes place at the DiMera mansion, Gwen is ready to spy on family and friends, and Gabi hopes that with Jake’s help Li will…

Weekdays on M-Net Dec 16:30 R W.days kykNET (*144) 23:30/Tue-Fri kykNET 08:30 O Sat M-Net Dec 06:00 O Sat kykNET 09:30 PREVIOUSLY Annelize lashed out at the Binneland clinic staff as her marriage to At crumbled, Elana and Steve opened their home to Elana’s late sister’s kids, and Sergio tried to find out more about Okkie’s possible involvement in Sergio’s mother’s death. 26 – 28 AUGUST Conrad insists on buying Tracy a gift, and Danny warns Tertius about Sergio but it’s too late. Conrad’s women drama doesn’t seem to end, and Sergio receives an interesting dinner invitation. Actions expose a liar, and Steve thinks that he’s made a breakthrough with Ruan. Maya decides to play open cards with Tertius and Okkie, Danny talks to Chanel without thinking, and Ruan shares…

R Weekdays VIA (*147) 05:00, 23:00 O Saturdays VIA 13:00 WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT: The ambitious Paloma trades her fishing village life for the big city, where her paths cross with theatre director Mariano and the country’s future president Leonardo – who will win her heart? 1 – 4 SEPTEMBER A flashforward shows presidential candidate Leonardo Santander’s life threatened in front of his followers and his wife Paloma. Returning to the present, an unmarried Paloma moves to the capital of Colombia in the hopes of finding fame and fortune. She meets love-struck Mariano, but Paloma isn’t alone in Bogotá: her mother Estrella has followed her there and moves in with the only man she knows – her estranged hubby Jose. Elsewhere, politician Leonardo’s wife Ana Milena begs him to forget…

R Weekdays Mzansi Magic (*161) 11:30, 13:30 O Sundays Mzansi Magic 15:00 PREVIOUSLY Thathi was on a mission to dethrone Alexandra township’s most powerful gangster Mohato, Buhle promised to help Teddy prepare for a debate at school, and Pretty confronted her mother Mam’Sonto after learning that she had changed her will. 26 – 28 AUGUST A family dispute is blown out of proportion when a pair of siblings reach the point of no return, and a romance is tested by a painful revelation. Pretty is manipulated into turning against her loved ones, and Ntokozo and Teddy continue arguing over who should date Buhle and who she actually likes. Pretty stabs her mother in the back, and Gladys orders her hubby Melusi to make their son Ntokozo dump Buhle. 31 AUG…

R Weekdays FOX Life (*126) 00:20, 04:25, 09:10, 11:40 O Saturdays FOX Life 06:45, Sundays 14:30 PREVIOUSLY Fernanda tried to protect Carlos’s identity as her baby’s father and warned Clarita to keep her mouth shut. Solórzano turned against Marissa, and Alicia was on the brink of getting her hands on sensitive documents. 26 – 28 AUGUST After having lied to Carlos, Pedro’s conscience is beginning to bug him. Javier finds out about Carlos’s plans to marry Fernanda, and Don Fernando passes away. Luis is discharged from hospital and wastes no time tracking Fernanda down, and Solórzano hires a hitman to murder Ordoñez. Later, Don Fernando’s will is read, and Luis asks Marissa to forgive him. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Camila is regretting her life choices, and Carlos doubts that…

R Weekdays Mzansi Magic (*161) 10:00 & 13:00 O Saturdays Mzansi Magic 11:00 PREVIOUSLY Hardened drug queenpin Harriet struggled to make peace with her daughter Kea’s death, and Hector framed his colleague Vuyiswa for murder. The Khoza family meanwhile watched as their drug empire began to crumble. 26 – 28 AUGUST Just as Thato thinks that he’s getting his life in order, he receives an unwelcome visit from an old friend. Patronella tries to help a loved one escape trouble, and the Khozas put their heads together to save their business before it sinks any further down the drain. Thato has his hands tied with trying to get rid of his pal, and Hector’s plot to ruin Vuyiswa’s reputation falls apart. The Khozas fight off their enemies who’re gathering at…

O Sundays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 21:50 PREVIOUSLY Mert continued with his undercover work, faking being an honest cop while actually being a criminal, and Celal tried to silence Coskun before he could reveal the truth to Melek. 26 – 28 AUGUST Sarp makes sure that Celal can’t get to Coskun, and Mert’s emotions get out of control and he is barely able to maintain his cover. Coskun can feel the net closing in, and Melek considers going to the police and giving them evidence against Celal. Mert and Sarp almost come to blows when Mert finds out what Sarp did with Coskun, and a new enemy wants Sarp dead. Davut meanwhile finds clues connecting Sarp to a conspiracy. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Yusuf asks Sarp to protect his…

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Wednesday KINGDOM SEASON PREMIERE!  Season 3 e.tv (*194) 22:00 Episode 1 (drama) 26 August Jump forward a year from the season 2 finale and gym boss Alvey Kulina has put his broken romance behind him to focus on what he does best: inflicting pain as an MMA coach. His target? His troubled fighter son Nate, who is still in the closet. NB! See more on p5 and p16. NCIS Season 14 SABC3 (*193) 21:30 Episode 20 (action) 2 September Tech expert Abby needs more Caf-Pow energy drink if she’s going to root-out the cyber attack that’s struck the NCIS offices. And for a change, it was the big boss whose negligence opened the can of worms – Vice Admiral Clifford Chase’s (Babylon 5’s Bruce Boxleitner, 1993-1998) laptop was stolen and brought…

At tvplus we watch an absurd amount of television. And while we might not like all of it, we do our best to give every show a fair viewing. But it’s not all work. We do get passionately attached to shows. Streaming allows us to follow series and binge to our hearts’ delight, and also fit our favourite shows in around all the live TV viewing that we do professionally. It allows us to sit back with a sweet, funny pick-me-up after reviewing intense dramas and thrillers on dark topics. And sometimes it just lets us switch off and enjoy for a moment when we’re neck-deep in season 4 of a twisty, detail-driven show with 40 different essential characters. This issue, here’s what tvplus is watching for fun… and why.…

The Greatest Dancer Season1 Saturdays (from 29 August) SABC3 (*193) 19:30 Simon Cowell (judge on just about every talent search show ever, like Britain’s Got Talent, 2007-now) has a knack of not only spotting gifted people, but also spotting great shows. In The Greatest Dancer (2019-2020), he has found a competition show that is a mix of The X-Factor UK (2004-now) and The Voice (2011-now), but with dancing instead of singing. And unlike most shows, entry was open to anyone around the world. “We thought, ‘Why not?’ There are so many styles of dance around the world, if you could get here physically and perform, the stage is yours,” says the 60-year-old Simon. What’s at stake? Cash prize of £50 000 (R1.15 million) and performing on iconic UK talent show…

R Weekdays FOX Life (*126) 21:55, 02:05, 06:50, 12:40 O Saturdays FOX Life 10:45, Sundays 21:00 NB! The channel dropped The Candidate without notice and added a double-bill timeslot. PREVIOUSLY Adolfo threatened Miguel when he realised that Miguel was targeting Erika, and León kept an eye on his mom’s friendship with Graciela. 26 – 28 AUGUST César and Susan agree to no longer get involved in David and Luciana’s romance, and Miguel is asked to take Carito to the United States to testify in court. The wine competition heats up as David tries to prove that his vineyard is the best in the region, and Fernanda’s anxiety worsens. Miguel then tells Juan to keep quiet and never mention Luciana’s name ever again. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT David is stunned…

R Weekdays e.tv (*194) 09:30 PREVIOUSLY Hope and Rafe had something to celebrate, Paul decided to stand by Sonny, and Hope gave Abby a warning about Dario. Lani made a disturbing discovery, Tripp had second thoughts on Kayla, and Marlena helped Sonny remember the party. 26 – 28 AUGUST Adrienne discovers that Marlena and John may have a way to rescue Sonny, Eric and Jennifer argue non-stop, and Nicole is an emotional mess. Abby worries that Dario might spill the beans about Chad, Gabi finds a ring in Chad’s belongings, and Dario tells Abby that the FBI offered him a deal. Abe discovers that Theo is working for the DiMera family, Eli and Lani need to talk, and Steve reaches out to Kayla. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Abby and…

R Weekdays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 03:05 O Sundays 10:00 PREVIOUSLY Burhan wanted to scare Ozkan into making a decision, Cansu accidentally revealed a dark secret, and Mithat declared his love to a Hazal. Asuman’s strange behaviour had everybody worried, Harun was forced to commit murder, and Cansu suffered a nervous breakdown and was taken to hospital. 26 – 28 AUGUST Cansu wants to fight for her baby but she’s told that there could be complications, and Mahide wants to help Harun. Mahide sets a trap for Asuman, and Dilara walks into trouble. Cihan finds incriminating information about Harun, Mahide causes trouble, and Cansu loses her baby. Rahmi hands himself over to the police, and Harun threatens Dilara. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Harun tries to stop Cihan from rescuing…

Weekdays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 22:30 R Weekdays e.tv (*194) 12:30 O Saturdays e.tv 11:20 PREVIOUSLY Ngcolosi was gunned down and later taken off life-support, MaNdlovu and Thokozile had a catfight, and Nirupa suspected that Shria was somehow involved in Ngcolosi’s murder. 26 – 28 AUGUST Mira and Nirupa spy on Shria, and KaMadonsela spends time with her newly arrived sister Sebenzile. The Bhengu family’s plans for Ngcolosi’s funeral grind to a halt when his son Nkululeko demands to be part of the arrangements, and Nkululeko later shows the family a video of Ngcolosi condemning his adulterous wife MaZulu and his brother Phakade. MaZulu is later banned from attending Ngcolosi’s funeral, and Shria suffers a breakdown. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT The Rampersads discuss throwing Nkululeko out of Maluju Oil…

R Weekdays e.tv (*194) 12:00 R Weekdays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 13:15 O Saturdays e.tv 09:30 PREVIOUSLY Neo had a new enemy in his sights, Grace was stuck on an emotional rollercoaster, and the Ngema family was in panic mode. 26 – 28 AUGUST Simo puts his devious plans in motion, a social worker vows to help with Tebello, and a family member causes great upset in the Ngema household. Grace walks into a surprising situation, Neo isn’t ready to give up, and Zinzile can’t believe what a family member has done. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Xoli tries to talk some sense into Grace but that’s easier said than done, and Lerumo’s fallout with one person leads to greater respect for another. Phindile’s dreams are dashed, and Xolile risks…

R Weekdays 1Magic (*103) 23:30 & 10:30 O Saturdays 1Magic 17:00 O Sundays 1Magic 09:30 PREVIOUSLY Andile went off the deep end after his fiancé Njabulo dumped him for Mondli, and the cracks began to show in Tumi and Lindani’s marriage. Elsewhere in Refilwe township, Cobra vowed to be a better father to his teen son Morena. 26 – 28 AUGUST Khabzela is on a path of self-discovery as he plans to clean up his act, Tumi and Lindani’s disagreement turns into an even bigger fight, and Lindiwe isn’t about to watch her son Andile make a mockery of the family name. Tumi gives in to Lindani’s demands in order to calm him down, and Khabzela receives news that could turn his life around for the better. Later, Lindani loses…

I can’t believe Imbewu is killing off Ngcolosi. He is such a great character – NDUMIE, FACEBOOK Ngcolosi’s exit from the soapie was extremely violent – LESEGO, FACEBOOK I am always looking for new TV shows to watch and I recently discovered the SABC2 soapie Lithapo. What a great series! It’s packed with well-known faces like Joyce Skefu, Seputla Sebogodi, Israel Zulu and Sthandiwe Kgoroge. At first I struggled to get into the storyline, but after watching a couple of times I was hooked – LINDA, EMAIL Lithapo is one of the best soaps on TV. The storylines are gripping and the acting is brilliant. I can’t wait for my weekly dose – LUCKY, EMAIL Cindy Mahlangu is playing her Scandal! role brilliantly as Violetta Mamba. The same can be…

KINGDOM Season 3 on e.tv (*194) from Wed 26 August at 22:00 Drama Episode 1 Say hello to version 2.0 of Jay Kulina (Jonathan Tucker, Major Craddock in Westworld, 2016-now). The wild-child fighter in gritty drama Kingdom (2014-2017) has been tamed and the MMA fighter has called time on his in-ring activity to get a regular 9-to-5 and be a dad. “It’s a very strange world for him,” says Jonathan. “Everything Jay has done led to title gold as a mixed martial artist, not being a regular Joe. Jay doesn’t know what he’s doing but it’s what he has to do to support his little family.” This character development was a lot of fun for Jonathan, who admits that he wasn’t sure at first when he read the script that it…

MILLION DOLLAR BEACH HOUSE NETFLIX | 2020 | REALITY | SEASON 1 | BINGE FROM WED 26 AUG The high-powered estate agents of Nest Seekers compete to find and sell posh beach houses in The Hamptons to New York’s uppercrust. $1 million to them is like change for a camping tent, and it’s fascinating to see the design and decor trends as we tour three mansions per episode. Try it if you love Selling Sunset (2019-now). COBRA KAI NETFLIX | 2018-NOW | ACTION COMEDY | SEASONS 1-2 | BINGE FROM FRI 28 AUG It’s been 34 years since the Cobra Kai dojo got its butt kicked in the first Karate Kid movie (1984). Joey and Danny (still played by William Zabka and Ralph Macchio, respectively) are back at each other’s…

In episode 1, Zola teaches Gordon how to make chakalaka, a traditional South African spicy bean relish. “He loved it,” says Zola. “He ate it on its own, on a plate with the food we made. I never in my wildest dreams thought I would teach Gordon Ramsay how to cook.” And you can keep up with the pair at home if you want. Here’s what you’ll need to make your own chakalaka. • 2 tablespoons of oil • 1 onion, diced • 1/2 red pepper, diced • 1/4 yellow pepper, diced • 1/4 green pepper, diced • 2 cloves of garlic, chopped • 1 tablespoon grated ginger • 1 tablespoon curry powder • 2 carrots, grated • 1 tin of backed beans • 1/2 cup of water • salt…

R Tue-Thu kykNET & kie (*145) 11:00 O Sundays kykNET & kie 16:00 PREVIOUSLY Steve and Wendy’s secret relationship got more serious, Ronel and Thys discussed their future and the possibility of more kids, and Petra asked Janice for help with Zane. Arendsvlei High celebrated its 7th birthday, and Woelag made sure that Wendy paid for all her secrets. 26 AUGUST Wendy and Steve want to show Woelag who’s in control, but Woelag has plans of his own. Claudia receives a letter from Vernon with upsetting news, and Kim gets a phonecall that she needs to keep secret from everyone. 31 AUG – 2 SEPT Wendy makes an announcement that gets Steve excited, Beatrice is surprised when Kim tells her about her decision, and Daniel is shy when Saartjie shows…

R Weekdays (from 20 July) eExtra (DStv *195/ Openview *105) 12:30 O Sundays eExtra 15:25 PREVIOUSLY Ipek tried to convince Esma that Süreyya is bad luck, and Faruk received shocking news. Begüm faced a health crisis, and Esma and the brothers tried to figure out if Emir is Faruk’s son. Ipek was filled with jealousy, and Akif landed a huge business deal. 26 – 28 AUGUST Süreyya gets bad news about her medical test results, and Ipek discovers that she’s pregnant. Esma interferes with Begüm and Emir’s business deals, Faruk spends time with his son, and Ipek makes a shocking confession. There is tension between Esma and Faruk, and later Faruk and Süreyya are ready to move out of the house, but Esma does the unthinkable. 31 AUG – 4…

R Tue-Sat kykNET (*144) 09:00 R Weekdays kykNET 22:30 PREVIOUSLY Everybody met the friendly Nesie, and Kristien started to fall in love. Meanwhile, the results of Magda and Maryke’s medical study sent shock-waves through the community. 26 – 28 AUGUST Maryke is stunned when she discovers the truth about her mother, and Jordan is oblivious to the person following him. Someone is humiliated by an article, and Candice has too much on her plate now that she’s got two jobs. Koekie and Festus learn Magda’s secret, and Candice feels overwhelmed after her first day of filming. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT Nesie gets ready to show the pompom cheer-squad what she’s made of, and “In Die Krake” takes over the Willemse household. Amanda feels personally attacked by the public’s comments…

R Wed-Fri SABC2 (*192) 13:00 O Saturdays SABC2 11:00 PREVIOUSLY Cebile was forced to take a drug test, and Zano found the items that were stolen from the community centre. 26 AUGUST Nkosana confronts Kabe to find out more about Nolo, and Thandeka makes a dodgy deal with Zano. Mfazwe has a way to get Patricia and her sister back into their home, and Nolo’s plan to take Pabi to QwaQwa hits a stumbling block. 31 AUG – 2 SEPT The battle for Patricia’s house rages on and Professor organises a mob to get Lentswe out of the way. Nkosana does some spying and overhears Nolo and Pabi’s conversation, and Senzo admits that he’s in love with Pabi – all while Kgotso is hiding within ear shot. Kabe and Nolo…

R Weekdays FOX Life (*126) 23:30, 03:40, 02:25, 14:15 O Saturdays FOX Life 20:10, Sundays 06:45 PREVIOUSLY Valeria collapsed when Father Jerónimo revealed that Aldonza and Cristóbal aren’t related, Severiano wanted to see her dad in jail, and Aldonza and Cristóbal accepted the DNA truth. 26 – 28 AUGUST Following his betrayal, Candela regrets ever loving Father Jerónimo. Olegary’s Dominga admits to forging Severiano’s signature, and Aldonza offers to house Olegary’s Dominga and her husband. Mari tells her dad that Lola stole money from him, Father Jerónimo pushes all of Prudencia’s buttons, and Joaquin finds out about Flavia’s arrest. 31 AUG – 4 SEPT There’s a deadly shoot-out in prison, Cristóbal tells Aldonza that he wants to get married as soon as possible but she turns him down, and Valeria…

R Daily Telemundo (*118) 23:50, 02:20 PREVIOUSLY Martín was taken to hospital, El Titi wanted to meet with Martina, and Esteban told Hilda that he loved her. Catalina M wanted to rescue Hilda, and Mariana told Sebastián to run away. 26 – 30 AUGUST Mariana can’t believe that she slept with El Titi, and Diabla sends photos of a beaten-up Albeiro to Catalina M. Catalina M interrogates Mariana, Diabla leaves a note for Albeiro, and Daniela is being followed. Paola is concerned when Martina goes missing, and Hernán Dario finds the letter that Mariana left him. 31 AUG – 6 SEPT El Titi is asked to organise a birthday party, and Hilda tells Esteban that she’s going to sell the house to pay for his medical fees if he agrees…

I loved her so much! Ndaa Vho-Makhadzi – THABANG, FACEBOOK This is really sad news. I do remember her very well from Muvhango. She was such a gentle soul. I hope that she is at peace – WONDER, FACEBOOK Candy was such a well-trained and much-loved actress. She played Vho-Phophi Baloyi in Giyani: Land Of Blood, as well as Makhadzi in Stokvel, and Fhatu Neluvhola in Thola. You entertained us for so long – TEMBA, FACEBOOK She was a legend in our entertainment industry – G-MAN, FACEBOOK Vha edele nga mulalo Vho-Makhadzi [rest in peace Vho-Makhadzi] – LEBZA, FACEBOOK…