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If you’ve ever wondered what happens to your favourite couples after filming wraps on TLC’s (*135) hit reality show 90 Day Fiancé (2014-now), it’s all there on spin-off series 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? (2016-now). LOVE BEYOND BORDERS The tale of the couples in the expanding 90 Day-franchise is complex and filled with obstacles. First off, the pairs are from different countries. They get acquainted on social media sites or dating apps, and after they’ve established feelings for each other, they travel across borders and meet each other in person. The process is followed with the couples applying for the K-1 visa, which is a document that allows the engaged partner of a US citizen to live in the country for 90 Days while the couple arranges their wedding.…

Better Things Season 1 Fridays SABC3 (*193) 20:30 Rather than casting a 40-something actress with a husky voice and brunette hair to match her own, actress, comedian, voice-over artist and now also writer Pamela Adlon (Pamela in dark comedy show Louie, 2010-2015) portrays an exaggerated version of herself as Sam Fox in comedy series Better Things (2016-now), which she writes and co-created with her Louie co-star Louis C K (he played Louie). Much like Pam, Sam tries to balance single motherhood and her demanding career in entertainment. “I thought of alternatives to fictionalise Sam,” says Pam, adding that she considered writing Sam as “lesbian or adopting a daughter from China”. However, she chose to draw inspiration and humour from her life to set a tone for the comedy show. Throughout…

Strangers You Know Season 1 Sundays M-Net (*101) 20:00 From a varsity student whose corpse was found buried in her boyfriend’s backyard, to a young man who brutally murdered his family with an axe and even a woman who was burnt alive by her husband, brand-new local true-crime docu-series Strangers You Know uncovers eight mysterious murders that has shaken South Africa over the past 20 years. “Some of these cases are infamous and others are obscure, but most of all, they’re emotional,” explains executive producer Chwayitisa Futshane, who is also a producer on M-Net’s (*101) popular current affairs talkshow Carte Blanche (1988-now), which airs in the slot just before Strangers You Know on Sunday nights. In the eight-part series – which will air in two sets of four episodes –…

Mulalo and Teboho (Sydney Ramakuela and Diteboho Molise) thought they could scam their way to the throne and they silenced Mpfareni (Mpho Luula), the only person who knew of their plot, in April 2021. What they didn’t realise was that Mpfareni’s widower Vhangani (Kingsley Ramabulana) would lead a determined search for his wife’s killers. “If anything happens to someone you love, you can’t rest until you know the truth,” explains Kingsley. “It’s difficult for Vhangani to just let things be, because he loved his wife.” While viewers know that Mulalo and Teboho poisoned Mpfareni when she tried to blackmail them over their DNA scam, Vhangani is still searching for answers – and they’re in front of his face. IN SEARCH OF A KILLER Vhangani loved his wife and believed her…

It’s complicated. That’s the best way to sum up the messy history between Kwaito (Clement Maosa), Glenda (Nozipho Langa) and Lizzy (Amanda Manku). Over the years, viewers have seen lovestruck Kwaito entangled with both ladies, seemingly unable to make up his mind over which woman is the one he wants to be with most. So when he finally decided to call Glenda his girl, fans gave a collective sigh of relief. But don’t start celebrating just yet, because Glenda smells a rat and she’s going to go digging for answers… MY TURN! “Glenda has been right by Kwaito’s side while he has been going through the worst,” explains Nozipho, referring to Kwaito’s emotional search for his biological father in recent months. “Naturally, Glenda had hoped he would realise she’s the…

Doctor Manolya Hanim (Binnur Kaya, Neriman in telenovela Analar Ve Anneler, 2015) runs a psychiatric clinic in Istanbul with a team of mental health practitioners who’re on hand to help patients deal with everything from sexual abuse to accepting that their lives have changed due to illness. And it’s a tireless job for the doctors, but more importantly, it’s real – because The Red Room (originally called Kirmizi Oda when it started airing in Turkey in September 2020) is based on the career of Turkish psychiatrist, author and speaker Gülseren Budaicioglu as told in her 2004 novel Inside The Coin. “Writing these stories is always personal,” says the 74-year-old. “Especially when it’s about something that I love – my medical work.” PATIENT FILES Because of medical protocols, doctors can’t share…

PREVIOUSLY Bompie testified in court, Solly the bully devised a cunning plan against Caleb, and Layla battled organising the fashion show. 30 JUNE – 1 JULY Everyone is anxious about Wendy’s sentencing in court, and there’s an unwelcome surprise for the dance crew. Sacha becomes suspicious of Solly, Tiffany wants to be more popular at school, and Wendy’s sentence is handed down. Sasha tells Beatrice about Solly, and there’s finally some good news for the dance group. 5 – 8 JULY There’s stress and excitement as Layla’s big fashion show draws closer, and Janice struggles to get over the court drama. Ingrid continues causing drama for Emile and Bompie, and Debra admits to Sam that she’s longing for freedom but her mom Wendy makes her feel like she’s in prison.…

When it comes to terrors that flap in the night, alien superpowers and controlling the oceans, there are loads of heroic films for you to binge on Showmax. THE DARK KNIGHT FRANCHISE Batman has been around for decades but there’s never been a proper origin story. We’ve always just picked up with billionaire Bruce Wayne established in his role as the Caped Crusader. That makes Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy (Batman Begins, 2005; The Dark Knight, 2008; and The Dark Knight Rises-2012) that much better – we get to see Bruce (Christian Bale, Ken Miles in biographical film Ford v Ferrari, 2019) transform into his alter ego Batman, the effects that saving Gotham City has on him and his need to hand over his crime-fighting kit to a worthy successor…

Little Big Shots Season 3 Saturdays (from 3 July) e.tv (*194) 18:00 Get ready for another dose of miraculous kids with remarkable skills and no filter as season 3 of Little Big Shots (2016-now) heads to our screens. Host and executive producer Steve Harvey (host of locally filmed reality gameshow Family Feud South Africa, 2019-now) will be taking the reins again and introducing viewers to talented tweens and kids as young as three years old who’ve got abilities far beyond their years. “The show was built for me, because I know how to talk to kids, because I’ve had kids in my life for 33 years,” says Steve matter-of-factly. The 64-year-old uses his wit and charm to make the kids feel at ease, but he reveals that much of what…

Getting on evil mining tycoon Lindiwe Dlamini-Dikana’s (Sindi Dlathu) bad side is like signing a death warrant. She is relentless in her quest for revenge. Let this be a warning: she doesn’t stop plotting and poking until her opponent is six feet under. So, how is it that her domestic helper Nyakallo (newcomer Jessica Sithole) managed to have an affair with Lindiwe’s husband Zweli (Hlomla Dandala) right under her nose? “Nyakallo is brilliant at the game of deception,” says Jessica. “At first glance, Nyakallo comes across as meek and innocent. Lindiwe didn’t realise that she’s capable of stealing Zweli until it was too late, and he’d proposed to Nyakallo in mid June,” adds the actress. Seeing that Lindiwe can’t stop the wedding, she puts on a brave face and agrees…

Nosipho (Nompilo Maphumulo) has gone from hill top mansion looking down over KwaMashu to living in a shack with rats for friends after her collusion with the cops to take down her crimelord stepfather Nkunzi (Masoja Msiza) backfires. “She knows what is hers. She wants that back but that’s going to be difficult,” explains the actress. Because Nkunzi is going to put a hit on Nosipho to silence her forever. NKUNZI THE MONSTER Nompilo recalls her character’s first meeting with Nkunzi: down the barrel of a gun as he bullied his way into the family to seize control of the businesses set up by her late dad. “He’s taken the mansion, the cars, the shisanyama, hair salon and the scrapyard. Nosipho ran them successfully and wanted to take them to…

It’s not until Nkululeko (Nkanyiso Mchunu) wakes up after being drugged this fortnight that he realises how bad Zethu’s (Nonsindiso Gcaba) mental state is. “She kidnaps him and their son to spend some family time together,” says Nkanyiso. Nkululeko’s reality check comes after realising that Zethu fed the toddler something he’s highly allergic to just to get Nkululeko’s attention as well. “There was a point where Nkululeko wanted to marry Zethu. He was deeply in love with her,” says Nkanyiso. “Zethu gave Nkululeko something that he has always longed for and never really had: a family. He loves their son and there is nothing he won’t do for his well-being. But Nkululeko has a blind spot with Zethu and she can manipulate him. He refused to see her mental struggles…

Ruiterbosch hottie Ty (Maurice Paige) and his girlfriend Lee-Ann  (Portia Joel) saw their June engagement elation ruined when it was revealed that he’s got a 13-year-old son named Carlo (newcomer Jadon Booysen) from a previous relationship. “Ty had no idea that he was a father,” says Maurice. And initially Ty doesn’t believe his ex-girlfriend Melanie’s (not onscreen)’s best friend Jolene (newcomer Chante) when she tells him that he has a son – and that he’s got to look after the boy because Melanie died recently. “Ty thinks Jolene wants something from him,” says Maurice. “Why did she wait three months after Melanie’s death to come and look for him and tell him about his son? He believes that it’s a scam.” But before long, Ty realises it’s the truth and…

Shaleen Surtie-Richards’ passing is heartbreaking news. She was one of our great actresses who cannot be replaced – ESTELLE, FACEBOOK Rest, ma – SALOME, FACEBOOK May she rest in peace. We grew up watching her, so flamboyant and funny – GERALDINE, FACEBOOK I must admit, this one hurts the most. RIP Shaleen. You will be missed – SUNELLE, FACEBOOK So sad! We’re going to miss seeing this awesome lady on the telly – CHERYL, FACEBOOK Remember her from Generations back in the day. May her soul rest in peace – ZIMKHITHA, FACEBOOK This is heartbreaking. How I loved this woman. May this Queen rest in peace – MVELISIS, FACEBOOK Thank you to the channels airing tributes to Generations’ Auntie Met-tie. She was a true acting pioneer in SA – MIZZO,…

When it comes to lifestyles of the rich and famous, going big means dropping millions on a home that has everything from an indoor pool and wardrobes the size of townhouses, to lifts and marble tiling in the garage. And there’s no one better to introduce you to homes fit for A-list Hollywood celebrities than the estate agents from Listing Jozi, Wednesdays on BBC Lifestyle (*174) at 20:00. Nothing is out of the question when it comes to fulfilling a client’s needs, says cast member Lara Nathan: “Every episode and client is different. I visit a home in an exclusive estate in Morning-side that is an exceptional masterpiece. Then there’s a new development still in building stage. There are penthouses in Sandton, clusters, living on a golf estate – and…

The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Season 1 Wednesday (from 8 July) SABC2 (*192) 21:30 Be it infidelity, child abduction, or fraud, Precious Ramotswe (Jill Scott, Hazel in comedy series First Wives Club, 2019-now) solves mundane mysteries in her city after she launches Botswana’s first and only PI company in drama series The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency (2008-2009). “Mma Ramotswe, as she’s referred to by the locals, is warm and likeable. She is also revolutionary, considering that there aren’t any female detectives in her country,” explains Jill. What Mma Ramotswe lacks in experience, she makes up in intelligence and intuitive skills: Precious is a critical thinker, with a knack for reading people and she pays attention to detail. Nothing gets past her. “Mma Ramotswe is more concerned with achieving…

Kontreikos Kokke Season 1 Tuesdays (from 6 July) SABC2 (*192) 19:00 When it comes to broadcasting, Lynette Francis-Puren is more used to TV shows like SABC2 current affairs show Fokus (2009-now) and radio show Praat Saam on RSG, talking in a controlled voice as she discusses important content. But she’s positively bubbling about her new role: presenting brand-new cooking contest reality show Kontreikos Kokke on SABC2 (*192). “It’s wonderful! Seeing these people, from these little dorpies, going into battle with their pots, pans and ingredients! They are cooking everyday dishes but they’re not allowed to prepare beforehand. And the best thing, because we’re going to these little towns, everyone has their own specific way of doing things – and their way is always ‘the right way’. Well, now they’re putting…

February, move over – July is officially the month of love! First, we have the very single Mazwi (Musa Ngema) finally taking the plunge into the dating game. And investigative journalist Siyanda (Kay Sibiya) is also embracing love – but he’ll have to break someone’s heart in the process. Recently, Siyanda was caught between his estranged wife Pamela (Zola Nombona) and the wise doctor Sphe (Pearl Noxolo). But after weeks of keeping both ladies at arm’s length, Kay says that his character finally makes his choice. “ It’s no easy decision. It’s clear he still loves his wife, but there’s a reason why their marriage didn’t work. Sphe, on the other hand, is a fresh start. He feels he has a real shot at stability and happiness.” We’re not surprised.…

A jealous friend is far more dangerous than an enemy. They know your deepest, darkest secrets, which they can use against you at your most vulnerable. Having faced a nasty divorce that left her homeless, bitter, and in a heap of debt, newcomer gynaecologist Zandile (Sthandwa Nzuza, Nomvula in drama series Ifalakhe, 2019), recently moved in with her pregnant bestie Precious Dlamini (Lihle Dhlomo) and her surgeon husband Thabo (Meshack Mavuso) while she gets back on her feet. “In her brief stay at the Dlamini home, Zandile discovers that Precious and Thabo’s marriage is crumbling due to past betrayal,” explains Sthandwa. So Zandile takes advantage of the couple’s marital issues by seducing the self-proclaimed “recovering-womaniser” Thabo. “It begins with a kiss at the house and soon Zandile and Thabo are…

Life has been a rollercoaster ride for Petra (Trix Vivier) during June after she changed her mind about working overseas. And that was the green light for Jonno (Richard Gau) to not only ask her to move in with him, but to be his bride. Cue a phonecall to his mom offscreen and before Petra knows what’s happening, she’s face-to-face with Jonno’s mom Dimitra (Camilla Waldman, chef Marlene in soap Skeem Saam, 2007-now). “Dimitra is a typical Greek mother, full of heart and fire for her son. She’s a lioness and a widow and she feels that she’s had to be both mother and father to Jonno,” says Camilla. But that might be more than Petra can handle this fortnight. KNOCK KNOCK Jonno hasn’t mentioned his mom until the day…

We could barely believe our eyes recently when we spotted a familiar face back in Hillside. Tiaan Terblanche (Frank Rautenbach) had made his surprise return after 16 years! And while Tiaan hasn’t stuck around, we were thrilled to catch up with Frank to find out what he and Tiaan have been up to over the past few years. SAMESIES! While Tiaan left for the US in 2005, Frank also jetted off to the States to try his luck in Hollywood. “I spent 13 years there and I became a US citizen,” adds Frank. Talking about his character’s return, Frank says a lot has changed. “Hillside has changed quite a bit. For one, there was no Facebook or Instagram or Twitter when Tiaan left. How’s that!” exclaims the actor. “Of course…