Innholdsfortegnelse for 21 Oct 2021 i TV Plus English

A Cut Above The Rest Season 1 Mondays (from 25 October) SABC3 (*193) 21:00 The scissors and blow dryers are out, the brushes are neatly placed in the cabinets and the competition is on, as 10 hairstylists from all corners of the country go head-to-head in a salon showdown in brand-new local reality show A Cut Above The Rest. Whether it’s getting a bouncy blowout or a sleek updo with a pop of colour, the contestants are tasked with challenges that stretch their creativity, technical abilities and pressure skills. At the end of each episode, the hairstylist with the lowest score is chopped, while the winner receives a R150 000 cash prize at the end of the season. “A Cut Above The Rest is a first of its kind,” explains…

Atlanta Season 2 Fridays (from 22 October) SABC3 (*193) 21:00 Categorising Atlanta as a comedy series is limiting. On the surface, the show follows Earnest Marks aka Earn (Donald Glover) – an impulsive, cynical yet bright varsity dropout who’s battling an existential crisis. When he isn’t contemplating his uncertain future or going through a series of unfortunate and hilarious events, Earn manages his cousin Alfred aka Paper Boi’s (Brian Tyree Henry) promising music career. And somewhere in the mix, there’s Paper Boi’s roommate Darius (Lakeith Stanfield), who’s tagging along for the rollercoaster ride to stardom. But this isn’t just a sitcom about three lads on the verge of achieving their goals and leaving the southern US city. That’s only half of it. Atlanta also effortlessly explores the African American experience…

Housemaids Season 1 Saturdays Moja Love (*157) 19:00 Moja Love is best known for its scandalous and often too-real reality shows, including Rea Tsotella (Mondays and Wednesdays at 21:00), Isencane Lengane (Saturdays at 19:30) and popular docuseries Ufelani (Thursdays at 21:30). So when the channel’s first scripted sitcom Housemaids made its debut on Saturday 2 October, it came as a bit of a surprise to many fans. But the show was an instant hit, with viewers falling in love with the three main characters almost immediately. Not only are the three housemaids – Providence (Nothando Mabuza), Gog’Vicky (Phumzile Kubeka) and Bonang (Mbaliyesizwe Ngiba) – bringing the laughs, but their daily antics also reveal a uniquely South African perspective. As show director Bongi Ndaba explains: “Our characters are relatable, they have…

We’ve seen over the year that powerful and intimidating Kabisi (Mpho Molepo) can be quite forgiving. But after wife Tshidi’s (Letoya Makhene) involvement in sourcing his lifesaving kidney on the illegal red market – resulting in Tamryn’s (Danica Jones) awful death – Kabisi finds her actions unforgivable. We’ve seen Tshidi try every trick in the book for her hubby’s forgiveness, but he would have none of it. And despite their marriage originally being one of convenience – Tshidi needed Kabisi when the late father of her child Jack Mabaso (Vusi Kunene) threatened her life – Letoya admits “over time, they have grown fond of each other”. But now she’s more than ready to move on! WIFE SCORNED With her marriage essentially over, Tshidi is no longer playing nice. “She is…

The annual Miss Capricorn pageant is around the corner, and to keep things interesting, the organisers are hosting a career-making design competition. Tasked with designing the crown, creatives from all over Turfloop are clamouring to enter – and among them is jewellery design student Koloi (Joseph Senatle). According to Joseph, “This could change Koloi’s life.” HAIL QUEEN KELE But for Koloi, this isn’t just any crown. He wants to use this opportunity to honour Turf’s most famous Miss Capricorn: Kelebogile Kgomo (Mmathema Kgomo). Murdered in October 2019 by her obsessive follower Tumishang (Mothusi Magano), she was the reigning queen at the time of her death. “Koloi has an idea to design the crown as a tribute. This crown is meant to celebrate Kele and the life she barely had a…

Not all interns at fashion empire House Of Zwide have access to their boss Funani’s (Vusi Kunene) office – let alone speak to him on a personal basis. It’s only the ones who prove that they’re hardworking who are invited into his space and mindset. Having recently won a challenge in which the interns were tasked with designing a show-stopping dress for superstar Kelly Khumalo, Nambitha (Sikelelwa Vuyelani) is awarded with a week’s opportunity to shadow her hero, Funani, this fortnight. “Nambitha is delighted. She admires Funani and she can’t wait to learn from the fashion designer extraordinaire,” explains Sikelelwa, whose character’s time as Funani’s protégé is short-lived when she’s exposed for her secret connection to his rival Jacob De Villiers (Noah Cohen). BONDING WITH THE BOSS In Funani’s office,…

Moviemaker Christopher Nolan is a master at his craft. He takes actors who’re seemingly out of place and gives them the tools and space to develop a character and tell a story that enthrals and captivates, draws in and entertains – and he keeps you on the edge of your seat all along the way thanks to his knack for non-linear storytelling. There are a handful of brilliant Chris Nolan films that you can stream on Showmax right now… BATMAN BEGINS (2005) Batman movies have never followed this character’s creation and evolution, which is exactly what Chris envisioned when he cast Christian Bale in the lead role as troubled Bruce Wayne. It’s a tale of a young man fuelled by revenge, but there’s more as young Bruce goes from spoilt-brat…

Stand Up South Africa Season 1 Sundays SABC2 (*192) 18:30 South Africans have been through so much in the past 18 months. With the COVID-19 pandemic putting immense pressure on millions of households, it’s been a lengthy period of struggle and uncertainty. So, when SABC2 brought us the wholesome singing competition Stand Up South Africa in September, it came as a welcome break from life’s often less-than-pleasant realities. Not only has the show brought phenomenal singing talent to our living rooms, but it’s also emphasised the importance of family as parent-child duos take to the stage. OUTSTANDING! Vying to impress the audience and the judges – singing icon Kurt Darren, SAFTA-winning actress Lorcia Cooper-Kumalo and songstress Kelly Khumalo – the singing duos aim to get as many standing ovations as…

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1 Tuesdays (from 26 October) 1Magic (*103) 22:00 Critically acclaimed drama series Power has spawned two spin-offs – Power Book II: Ghost, focussing on Tariq (Michael Rainey Jr) after he murdered his dad James St Patrick (Omari Hardwick) in Power, and now Power Book III: Raising Kanan, which zooms in on Kanan, the druglord character made famous by executive producer, rapper and onetime drug dealer 50 Cent aka Curtis Jackson. “We had a story to tell and given the success of Power, it would’ve been foolish not to make these shows,” says 50 Cent, who has loosely based the series on his life. “It’s no secret that I was a drug dealer. It was the only way to survive the streets – you do…

La Brea Season 1 Mondays (from 1 November) M-Net (*101) 21:30 It’s one thing to go back in time, it’s a whole other story for the Harris family in brand-new dramatic thriller series La Brea when they’re literally dropped into the past. A bright sunny morning in Los Angeles turns into a nightmare when the ground beneath their feet gives way and they get that sinking feeling. “The sinkhole swallows them and they fall,” says Natalie Zea as lead character Claire Harris. “Claire is an over-protective mother. That’s her nature, so when this sinkhole forms, she is desperate to find her kids – son Josh (Jack Martin) and daughter Izzy (Zyra Gorecki) – and get back to safety.” But that’s easier said than done, because the Harris clan and the…

All that Fikile (Phindile Gwala) has ever wanted was to marry Nkululeko (Nkanyiso Mchunu), have his babies, make money while running Maluju Oil and live happily ever after as the Bhengu power couple. Her dreams are about to come true as her bae is getting ready to propose at the surprise birthday party that he planned and Fikile has a niggly feeling that she might be pregnant. Fikile’s dreams shatter though when she sees her mom Nompi (Zandi Nhlapo) – whom she hasn’t seen or spoken to in eight years – at the party. “They have a very acrimonious and emotionless relationship,” explains Zandi. “They have never gotten along because Nompi was very hard and cruel to Fikile. They haven’t seen each other in a long time, and Nompi has…

There’s no one who’s as unlucky in love as Rendani (Innocentia Manchidi). She’s had her share of unsavoury men in her life and even her husband Hulisani (Burnett Gededger), who was murdered in a fight at the start of the year, had drinking and gambling problems. Huli stole money from Rendani, sold her wedding ring and conned her mother to feed his addiction. So the relief she had when she recently found “The One” in Tshireletso (Nay Maps) was immense. But oh, was Rendani wrong about him! FAMILY OF LIARS “Rendani was very much in love with Hulisani, he was everything that she had ever wanted in a man (aside from his problems). So when she met Tshireletso, she saw traces of Huli in him and that’s how she fell…

It’s easy to see why Felicity (Maryanne Barlow) has fallen for Detective Marco Andino (Survivor South Africa host Nico Panagio). He’s got brooding good looks, he’s charming, he’s rough around the edges but also knows how to treat a lady. “Meeting Felicity was a wildly unanticipated eventuality that has thrown a serious curveball at his mission,” explains Nico. “Felicity is used to people around her that she can’t trust, so her first response is to distrust his motives, but he soon works his way into her heart.” Will romance get in the way of Marco finding the people who killed his cousin cousin Darren (Gustav Gerderner), who saw Dineo push Felicity off the building? “He will pursue this at any cost,” warns Nico. WOOL OVER THE EYES Marco and Felicity’s…

It’s as though a carnival has come into town when Mbatha (Thabo Mnguni) rolls back into KwaMashu after his supposed fellowship with the famous Bishop TD Jakes in the US. He doesn’t skimp on anything: over-the-top colourful outfits, brass bands and his massive ego marching the streets to let everyone know that he’s back. “Mbatha has idolised US TV preacher Bishop TD Jakes and wanted to be like him. So when he lost his pastorship at KwaMashu Kingdom Church (KKC), he got his lackey Vusi (Mzandile Gumede) to get him a fellowship with the bishop,” says Thabo. Off Mbatha went to the US, leaving his friend Vusi in KwaMashu. And while Mbatha returns like a warrior victorious from war, he’s lying through his teeth. SPINNING A YEARN Turns out Mbatha…

While surgical intern and widow Mbali (Nelisiwe Sibiya) is expected by her in-laws to stay home, dressed in all-black – signifying that she’s mourning – following her husband Sibusiso Dlamini’s (Ntando Mncube) recent murder, she goes against the rules and paints the town red with her ex-boyfriend Lindelani (Mike Dlangamandla). The truth is, Mbali was never rein love with Sibusiso. She felt obligated to tie the knot with him in April this year because the Dlaminis took her in and put her through med school after her mother’s off-screen death years before. But now she can rekindle her romance with the man who’s always had her heart: Lindelani. “Mbali and Lindelani pick up where they left off months ago. They’re in seventh heaven and can’t keep their hands off each…

When Vince (Jacques Blignaut) left for Canada in March this year to pursue a career as a cooking show host, it was an emotional goodbye. Few people were more teary-eyed than his beloved wife Aggie (Mimi Mahlasela). At first, things seemed to be going alright. But in recent months, cracks in their marriage appeared – and Vince is clearly ready to move on. WHAT THE? “It’s been a challenging few months,” explains Mimi of the long-distance relationship. “It’s definitely brought about some uncertainty.” And while Aggie’s been fighting tooth and nail to keep their barely three-year-old union intact, it became clear that Vince was no longer as committed by suggesting an open marriage. “His reasoning is that he needs affection and physical attention. But this just leaves Aggie hurt and…

PREVIOUSLY Ingrid’s gossip plan against Lennie kicked off, Thys tried to reach out to Ronel but she kept her distance, and Jamie told Beatrice the truth about the ghost. IN THIS ISSUE Ingrid and Ronnie try to incite Lennie to fight but things don’t go as they expect, Ronel and Thys are still not in a good place and try to work things out, and Janice has news for Ayesha. Ronel makes a decision that worries Thys, and Ingrid is excited about her and Ronnie’s plans. Lennie takes drastic steps when he finds out the boxing match is going to take place in his club, and Ronel tries to focus on her marriage. Antuy Gertie and Jamie are planning their first ghost prank on Ezra and Mic, and Ayesha is…