Innholdsfortegnelse for 11/5/2020 i TV Plus English

It happens quite regularly that an e-mail arrives from a reader asking why we didn’t have this or that story. Like why we didn’t have photos when Esti (Reandi Grey) and Rickus (André Lötter) got married in 7de Laan recently. Unfortunately, we don’t always get permission to post all the stories that we’d like. We depend on the different channels to provide us with information, and in some cases, photos that we can use. It’s frustrating, because of course we want to publish everything possible – especially weddings! – but it’s not always within our control. But believe me, we work hard to write the stories we can, and then do it to the best of our abilities so that we can take a deeper look at storylines. It remains…

Name: Genevieve Terblanche Position: senior writer, feeling those summer vibes. I am watching: drama Ratched season 1 (2020) on Netflix. My take on this show: I went in expecting Bollywood levels of melodrama and wasn’t let down. Ratched is a 1947-era prequel to the 1975 film One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, which centres on cruel psychiatric nurse Mildred Ratched (Sarah Paulson, various roles in American Horror Story, 2011-now). She’s softer in this series, but already slyly manipulative and murderous. The plot – focussed on Mildred’s efforts to free her criminally insane brother – rots rapidly and the character and motivation are soon whatever, whenever, who cares! But the wardrobe (by costume designers Lou Eyrich and Rebecca Guzzi) and sets (by production designer Judy Becker) are mind-meltingly beautiful. I watched…

It’s not just new releases that have us stampeding to streaming platforms. There are some don’t-miss shows that you might not know that they have. It’s time for crime with these real-life doccies: • Murderous Affairs seasons 1-3 doccie 2017-now, Netflix. Interviews with re-enactments expose killers and the love affairs that led to murder. • License To Kill season 1 doccie, 2019-now, Showmax. Doctors “obey” the Hippocratic Oath to treat patients with the best care: murder. • Killer Affair season 1 doccie, 2019-now, Showmax. Anthology series where extra-marital affairs gone wrong turned into murder crimes. • Beyond The Headlines: The Carlina White Story doccie film, 2012, VIU. Carlina was rescued 23 years after she was snatched as a newborn. • Murder At SoHo House doccie film, 2020. VIU. A trust-fund…

Eating With My Ex underwent a South African overhaul earlier this year to become reality show One Night With My Ex on 1Magic (*103). But instead of sitting down for dinner in a calm environment, the exes were locked in apartment together for the night. “This could go either way,” said participant Thulani to the camera. His episode was heart-breaking on two fronts, because his on-off girlfriend Ongeziwe wanted to know why he cheated on her with another woman and she was clearly hurting over it. But so was he. “The more she keeps saying ‘this other woman’, it makes me confused,” explained Thulani, who had hidden his homosexuality and his secret boyfriend. The honesty and hurt he was experiencing was enough to make anyone cry.…

If you’re wondering why singer Katy Perry pops in as a guest judge in episode 24 (Monday 14 December), her 2008 song Hot N Cold is the theme song for this season. “It was so much fun to be here on the set while I was on holiday and to have my own episode, where these contestants had to basically feed me,” said the singer. And what is she hoping for? “Two words: hot – not spicy hot – and condiments.”…

Gentille Chhun (45) and David Smith aka Brian Blu (48) Besides hosting her own reality show The G-Spot With Gentille (2018), the real estate agent gathered her wealth from flipping houses in the city of sin Las Vegas. Brian is a part-time construction worker and has 62 acting credits, mostly from his roles as an extra on shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000-2015) in 2012. Gentile agrees to marry him although she suspects that he isn’t being honest about his dating history. Their million-dollar dirty secret After discovering a dark secret about Brian, Gentille has no option but to call off their wedding and she dumps him on the spot. Since their split, there have been speculations that the couple staged their romance for TV as they didn’t apply…

BOLD There’s chemistry between Dr Finn and Steffy as he helps her give up her pill addiction, and Thomas is upset when Hope offers Zende something that he was eyeing. Zende questions Zoe about Carter after her revelation, and Liam is furious when he finds out that Dr Finn gave Steffy an expensive gift. Thomas is pressured by Zende’s unexpected arrival, Carter plans a surprise for Zoe, and the gloves are off between Liam and Dr Finn. Carter and Zoe discuss their romantic future, and Liam is floored when Hope tells him not to be so overprotective of Steffy. DAYS Melinda tries to force a confession out of Kristen, and Lani tries to change Melinda’s mind about Kristen. Brady has some news to share, and Eli listens to Abe when…

R Weekdays e.tv (*194) 08:30 PREVIOUSLY Chloe and Julie had a fight, and Brady found out that Eric still had feelings for Nicole. Lucas’s drinking problem worsened, and Gaby discovered why Eli was fired from the FBI. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Sonny is backed into a corner, and Abe confirms the next police commissioner. Paul isn’t in the right headspace for bad news, Hope and Rafe bury the hatchet, and there’s an intimate Salem wedding. Paul knows how to manipulate answers out of Sonny, Brady is drinking again, and Sonny and Paul face a new legal problem. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Nicole is shocked by Chloe’s revelation about Eric, and Victor is forced into a decision. Chad and Abby go on a date, and Marlena is asked to dig for…

R Weekdays e.tv (DStv *194/Openview *104) 09:25 O Sundays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 09:00 PREVIOUSLY Kenan finally remembered where he had seen Zeynep before, Elif fell ill, and Arzu settled her debt with Veysel and told him that she doesn’t want to see him or his gang ever again. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Melek and Kenan are on the verge of being reunited, and Zeynep desperately tries to convince her brother to keep their secret. The search for Elif continues, and Erkut reminds Murat who is the boss in their relationship. Veysel finds the information he needs to track down Melek, and Elif is reunited with her mom – but not for long. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Melek is determined to save her daughter but Veysel has the upperhand, and…

R Wed-Fri SABC2 (*192) 13:00 O Saturdays SABC2 11:00 PREVIOUSLY Professor stepped up to help Mfazwe with his career as a comedian, Nolo was done chasing after a woman who doesn’t want him, and Pabi turned to the wrong person for advice. 4 NOVEMBER Thandeka is furious after her recent interaction with Pabi and she uses Nolo to keep Pabi and Senzo apart. Senzo makes his intentions clear, and Nkosana’s blind love for Laiken is leading to tricky situations at the office. Mfazwe later offers to help Kitty with her stage fright. 9 – 11 NOVEMBER Thandeka comes up with a complicated scheme to ensure ex-lovers Nolo and Pabi work together and that Pabi forgets about Senzo. Pabi is blissfully unaware of the trap she’s walked into, and Kitty is…

R Weekdays 1Magic (*103) 23:30 & 10:30 O Saturdays 1Magic 17:00 O Sundays 1Magic 09:30 PREVIOUSLY A family was united by tragedy, Cobra realised that he had to make changes in his life or he’d be dead, and Paulina gave Itumeleng comfort and told her that everything would be okay no matter how bleak life seemed. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Tumi has no one else to blame for her current predicament other than herself, and Cobra has renewed ambition for his life despite his horrible meeting with Lindiwe. Tumi has a new friend at her side helping her, and Cobra is forced to go on the defensive when someone from his past returns to Refilwe Township. Paulina meanwhile continues to give her friends moral support. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Tumi…

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I wonder if Khulekani will accept Zak with open arms? My gut says no – LERATO, FACEBOOK He is too handsome to be Khulekani’s son – AMANDA, FACEBOOK Khulekani will be shocked but he will be grateful to meet the son he never had, and then he will probably ask for a DNA test – LOSTAR, FACEBOOK He is my new crush. Love him on the show – ZENOBIANEDINE, FACEBOOK History will repeat itself with Khulekani giving more attention to his newly found son and his daughter Kea feeling left out again – LEBSZA, FACEBOOK Can’t wait to hear what Nandi will say when she finds out that her sister is an ex of her husband and had this “love” child – PHINDEZWA, FACEBOOK My eyes will be glued to…

Wednesday AMAH KNOWS BEST Season 1 SABC3 (*193) 20:30 Episode 10 (reality) 4 November Rapper iFani is going to need all the nutrition he can get when he fulfils a lifelong dream: to climb the Great Wall Of China. And what better way to carbo-load than with an iconic dish from the woks of Beijing as he and his amah go in search of the best Peking fried duck? 9-1-1 Season 1 e.tv (*194) 20:30 Episode 5 (action) 11 November Loose cannon firefighter Buck is going to prove his boss Bobby right when he steals a fire engine and goes on a booty call. And it’s a distraction Bobby can’t really afford right now because he’s battling his own demons – the booze bottle – as flashbacks of his family tragedy…

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.…

Season 12 was filmed earlier this year under strict COVID-19 precautions and the production team took social distancing seriously. “There’s none of the traditional hugging or high-fiving on the MasterChef set any more,” explains Melissa. “The contestants are wearing gloves at all times and standing further apart than usual.” The judges had rules too, like separate plates for tastings. The essence of the show has stayed true though. “MasterChef is about community. Nothing is more human than sharing food,” adds Melissa.…

Briana Ramirez (21) and Bill Hutchinson (60) It was love at first sight for twice-divorced property investment CEO Bill when he laid eyes on his former-waitress girlfriend Briana. With their 39-year age gap, his friends believe that she was using him – he’s worth $100 million dollars (R1.6 billion). Their million-dollar dirty secret They didn’t want to be on the show until the producers flew cross country to their Miami mansion. “They were persuasive. They put in every effort to befriend us and get us to take part in the reality show,” says Bill.…

R Tue-Fri kykNET & kie (*145) 11:00 O Sundays kykNET & kie 15:30 PREVIOUSLY Janice developed feelings for Krige, Pieter lured Debra to the prison, Yvette fished for information about Natalie, and Thys made a decision that impressed Ronel. 4 – 5 NOVEMBER Aunty Gertie begs Beatrice to come home, and Hein puts his heart on the line. Janice dares to tell the truth about her feelings, Krige tries to sort things out with Janice, and the temporary headmaster causes drama. Anton meanwhile is becoming increasingly frustrated by the guests at home and he wants to take drastic steps. 9 – 12 NOVEMBER The tension builds between Janice and Krige, and Lionel realises that something isn’t right. Beatrice struggles to find peace and quiet, and Natalie tries to control what’s…

R Weekdays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 12:30 O Sundays eExtra 15:25 PREVIOUSLY Ipek struggled with depression, and Süreyya was forced to deal with her past. Kiymet threatened Dilara, and Adem and Fikret reached an uneasy agreement. Dilara later faced a difficult decision, and Esma was ambushed by Osman. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Begüm tells Faruk about her new relationship but he isn’t impressed by who she’s dating, and Esma gives Ipek a warning to change her ways and make up with Osman before it’s too late. Begüm organises a family dinner with her new boyfriend and there’s one notable absentee: Faruk. Esma and Garip have a meeting to discuss the situation with their families, and Dilara doesn’t know what to think after discovering one of Adem’s lies. 9 – 13…

R Tue-Sat kykNET (*144) 09:00 R Weekdays kykNET 22:30 PREVIOUSLY The Stryders tried to save Pottie’s Bar, Renate fell in love with her new neighbour Willem, and newlywed Lienkie received bad news. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER The players are restless over rumours of salary cuts, and Candice feels guilty about her mom. Maggie and Yvonne find common ground with an area in Simon’s house, and Denzel is furious about Bart’s decision. The feud between Maggie and Yvonne continues, and Blitz finds out about Lienkie’s diagnosis. Lienkie plans to make Johan’s wishes come true before it’s too late, and Nesie has a surprise planned for Bart. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Lienkie gets ready for her first treatment, and Jordan recognises someone from his past. Ilse visits Bart, Lienkie is scared as…

R Weekdays e.tv (*194) 12:00 R Weekdays eExtra (DStv *195/Openview *105) 13:15 O Saturdays e.tv 09:30 PREVIOUSLY Tebello was ready to take a big step in his life, Cee-Jay was forced to make up for past sins, and Boniswa made a costly mistake. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Simo has to resort to even dirtier tricks to get what he wants, new information changes the way that Seipati sees an adversary, and Zinzile and Mlungisi aren’t seeing eye-to-eye. Xolile is left despondent by the outcome of an investigation, and Neo tries to prove a point in a very public way. Boniswa is almost caught in the act, Tebello tackles a new challenge head-on, and an elder stands in the way of Mlungisi’s plans. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Mr Mamba has his…

R Daily Telemundo (*118) 23:50, 02:20 NB! The last-ever episode airs on Wed 11 Nov. It is replaced by End Of Paradise from Mon 16 Nov. PREVIOUSLY Dr Zoraya was determined to save a patient with an important surgery, Hernán Dario was wounded in bomb blast, and Albeiro told Hilda that he still loved her. Ximena’s body was later identified, and El Titi wanted a paternity test. 4 – 8 NOVEMBER Felipe blackmails Ana, and Hilda and Albeiro find out that Paola escaped after murdering a nurse. Paola visits an old friend, and Jota hears about an imminent attack against his family and he tries to protect them. Albeiro wants to invite Daniel to his daughter’s wedding, and Catalina S is ready for a drug bust and she tries to…

What a beautiful episode it was on Muvhango when Imani proposed to Sechaba at the hospital, with a “marry me” banner! The look of surprise on his face was of someone deeply in love. And then he also went down on one knee and proposed to her as well! Two proposals in one episode. Well done Muvhango! – LOUISA, FACEBOOK Sechaba’s mom Cecelia in Muvhango is a real piece of work. I’ve never seen one woman trying so hard to sabotage her son’s happiness. And all those cruel things she said to Imani, accusing her of being a gold-digger, which was so uncalled for. She will just be a sour grape at their wedding – NYELETI, FACEBOOK The fight between Azwindini and Mulalo on Muvhango is going to get nasty.…

MARVEL’S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 7 M-Net (*115) 19:10 Episode 9 (sci-fi) Friday 13 November Dressing up a superhero means using creativity to create looks that don’t exist and that is like having a blank canvas, explains costume designer Ann Foley. She suits and boots the cast of sci-fi action show Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013-2020) and says that it starts by reading about characters, like Jemma Simmons (Elizabeth Henstridge, the voice of Princess in animated series Penn Zero 2015-2017), and sees what’s needed from the role. “I take my cues from whatever is in the script. Each script has its own set of challenges throughout the season. That’s where we start, then depending on what’s happening with the characters… if it’s a costume that has to be built, we…

RUSSELL PETERS: DEPORTED AMAZON PRIME VIDEO | 2020 | STAND-UP COMEDY | SPECIAL | WATCH FROM WED 5 NOV Everyone’s favourite Canadian immigrant comedian Russell Peters started his world tour in 2018 and hit 29 cities (including Cape Town and Pretoria). No topic is off limits, no subject is too touchy – and Russell’s impersonations will have you tearing up from laughter. Unless you’re Donald Trump. Then you may want to skip this… CARMEL: WHO KILLED MARIA MARTA? NETFLIX | 2020 | DOCCIE | FILM | WATCH FROM WED 5 NOV In 2002, well-known Argentine scientist María Marta García Belsunce was found with a cracked skull in her tub. The autopsy revealed five gunshots to the head killed her, but who would do such a thing? And why was her…

R Weekdays SABC2 (*192) 12:30 R Weekdays SABC3 (*193) 10:30 O Sundays SABC2 08:30 PREVIOUSLY Fikani tried to help Rickus comprehend his loss, and Gabby had a new job opportunity. Marvin put Romeo in his place for disrespecting his mom, and Mariaan was in a tight spot. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Bonita feels like her life is falling to pieces, but she makes a plan to get up and face the world again. Khethiwe is in turmoil after a heart-to-heart conversation with Fikani, and Romeo is still mourning the loss of his friend Kopano. Someone at the hospital reaches out to Romeo to support him, Lesedi tries to teach someone the art of seduction, and Aggie bumps into an old friend. DeWet later reaches out to Bonita to give her…

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 Chanel and Danny broke up, Conrad was on the warpath, and Tertius was unsure how to treat a patient. Elana and Steve meanwhile spoke to Ruan about his newest interest. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Piano lessons in the Abrahams household turn into war, and someone from Tertius’s family is in town to surprise him. Esra is desperate to help Jonas but there’s no obvious way, and Tertius is stunned by his father’s actions. Maya talks to Chanel about the end of a relationship, and Rita is speechless when she sees Jonas’s true colours. Elsewhere, Tertius is ready to open up to Annelize about his parents. 9 – 13…

R Weekdays VIA (*147) 05:00, 23:00 O Saturdays VIA 13:00 PREVIOUSLY Diego and Sandra tried to expose Paloma for her lies, Aníbal gave Leonardo advice on his love life, and Estrella and Marco kissed. Federico later tried to show Paula that he’s changed and that he is willing to adopt a child with her. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Angel opens his heart to Luciana and tells her that she is the women he wants to be with, and Federico gives Paula positive news about the adoption process. Ana Milena makes it clear to Leonardo that she won’t give him an easy divorce, and Daniela is worried about her mom’s health. Ana Milena meanwhile tells Leonardo some of Paloma’s shocking secrets. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Luciana tells Angel that she doesn’t…

R Tue-Fri M-Net (*101) 10:00 O Saturdays M-Net 12:00 PREVIOUSLY Dineo was shocked by her son SJ’s secret, Msizi tried to recruit a powerful ally in the Legacy Investments boardroom but it meant breaking rules, and Felicity and Stefan’s secret love was becoming dangerously close to being exposed. 4 – 5 NOVEMBER Felicity uses the ace up her sleeve to get the better of John in the office, while at the same time Msizi puts his business coup plan in motion. Angelique’s sudden change leaves people feeling on edge, and SJ gets news that could alter everything he’s been working on. Angelique and Msizi close ranks and recruit a new team-member for their boardroom battle, and Felicity and Stefan decide an enemy’s fate. 9 – 12 NOVEMBER Petra’s hopes for…

R Weekdays Mzansi Magic (*161) 10:00 & 13:00 O Saturdays Mzansi Magic 11:00 PREVIOUSLY Brutus was enraged after Harriet involved her friend Noma in the family business, and Mpho considered going on a date with Thato. Elsewhere, Hector hit the Khozas where it hurts the most: their pockets. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER The Khozas are shocked when Brutus announces that he is dating Noma, and Vuyiswa’s sudden personality change throws her family off. The Maakes are concerned by Vuyiswa’s behaviour when she returns to work, and Brutus and his girlfriend Noma are arguing non-stop. Meanwhile, Hector and Georgina are given the runaround by a colleague at the police station. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Vuyiswa refuses to tell her loved ones about a recent traumatic experience, and Brutus has a difficult…

O Sundays eExtra (DStv *195/ Openview *105) 21:50 NB! The last-ever episode airs on Thu 19 Nov. The channel couldn’t confirm a replacement. PREVIOUSLY Sarp needed help or he was going to die, the mystery around police boss Yusuf’s murderer was investigated, and undercover cop Sarp planned to kill his crimelord target Celal. 4 – 6 NOVEMBER Coskun secretly invites brothers Mert and Sarp to a meeting so that he can explain how they were separated as children, and Sarp finds photos that confirm Coskun’s story. Mert feels remorse for his life of crime and trying to murder Sarp, and the brothers turn on Celal. 9 – 13 NOVEMBER Kudret’s life hangs in the balance but there’s not much that he can do to stop the inevitable, and Sarp and…