Legendary actor Moditle ‘Boikie' Pholo to be honoured for his role in shaping creative arts
Boikie is best known for playing the lead role in the 1980s television sitcom Lesilo. He also starred as Mmusisi Ratau in the SABC1 sitcom Ga Re Dumele.
The Khuma Film Festival will be held at the Philemon Masinga Sports Complex from May 28 to May 30. It serves as a crucial platform for recognising emerging and established filmmakers.
This year's celebration, set against the backdrop of the North West landscape, will not only highlight talent within the region but also unite communities through a shared love of cinema.
The second Annual Khuma Film Festival is poised to light up the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district municipality with a star-studded event that promises to honour one of Orkney and the province's finest in veteran actor Boikie, whose contribution to the country's film industry has left an indelible mark on audiences and aspiring actors.
Festival founder Naomi Mokhele said: 'We have curated brilliant films that will not only resonate with our audiences, but will also inspire young people to tell their own stories in a unique way. As the festival aims to establish a film industry in the area and create a film appreciative community, we hope the foundation we have built will ultimately result in reaching the goals'.
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