Actress Didintle Khunou 'ready to take a chance' on music
Didintle is an award-winning screen, stage and voice actor born in Klerksdorp, North West, who has starred on Savage Beauty, Isono and The Throne.
The 32-year-old recently released her debut single Say It.
Speaking to TshisaLIVE, Didintle said she's carving her place in the music industry.
"I am in a phase of stepping out of my comfort zone. As an actor, that is something we always have to do — but I think this year I was ready, more than ever, to take that risk, to experiment and exercise all my talents.
"I've always had a deep love for music, and Say It is a reflection of that passion. It's bold, it's sexy and it's a song that celebrates desire and connection in the most intoxicating way.
"I think I have proven my vocal abilities in The Colour Purple and Rocky Horror Picture Show — and I am ready to play, experiment and take a chance."
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