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News24
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Dineo Langa on peeling back the layers in Unseen S2
When we're first introduced to Naledi, portrayed by Dineo Langa, in the first season of Unseen, she's portrayed as a dynamic woman, married to a doctor. She's fiery, driven and full of spirit. As the sister of the main character (Zenzi, played by Gail Mabalane), Dineo has described the experience of playing Naledi as deeply insightful. To fully embody the role, she often found herself immersing in Gail's world, constantly exploring the emotional depth of her character by asking, 'how would this make her feel?' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dineo Langa (@dineomoeketsi) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dineo Langa (@dineomoeketsi) A lot of the prepping came down to understanding how to plot the world and the emotional points. She would also find musical associations for her character before stepping into her scene. She says, 'As soon as I knew that my lady had run away at a very young age, I knew that my lady had worked very hard to suppress whatever trauma that she had gone through. I knew that my lady had locked away her past, in a 'stronger than most' kind of way.' Stepping into the characters The second season breaks away the peels from Dineo's character and pushes us into her traumatic past. She and Gail got to meet the actors who play the younger versions of their characters. It was an expressive moment of getting to see how they explained their worlds to each other. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dineo Langa (@dineomoeketsi) 'We've watched the Blood and Water, we've watched them do Unseen, we've watched them do so many other things and they really are amazing storytellers. So me having the chance to meet the younger versions but also now having the root of the trauma, the point at which Naledi runs away, how it affects her physically. The trauma is so deep that she is a girl who throws up at the sight of a roadside, you know? So it goes that far deep.' READ MORE | Gail Mabalane on her first lead role in Netflix's Unseen - 'It's something that I don't take for granted' The sisters confront the trauma of reconnecting with their abusive past in a way reflects the complex dynamics of sisterhood. The older sister shoulders the responsibility of picking up the pieces, while the younger one withdraws, avoiding the emotional weight of it all. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dineo Langa (@dineomoeketsi) 'In an abused environment, Naledi goes, 'I can't,' which is not understandable to a firstborn who needs their sister in the form of Naledi. It's not understandable that you're gonna dip when we've got a mother with a chronic illness and you're just gonna run away. That is not fathomable in Zenzi's world because, again, the level of responsibility and what she's been raised with.' Being unseen While the story centers on Zenzile and the often-invisible lives of domestic workers, Dineo highlights how it also mirrors the broader reality of women in South Africa today. 'So the dynamic of even being seen—people will say, 'Yeah, women are doing so much more today.' But there's a large percentage of women who are just being told, 'Hey, your part. Don't do more than that.' Yet, she adds, even when they shrink themselves or stay silent, they're still met with the same criticism and scrutiny.
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix fans left in 'a puddle of tears' by thriller so gripping they 'watched it in one sitting' - raving 'I was on the edge of my seat the entire time!'
Netflix fans were left in 'a puddle of tears' after seeing a thriller so gripping they 'watched it in one sitting'. The crime drama, titled Unseen, delves into the story of a house cleaner called Zenzi Mwale (Gail Mabalane), who is searching for her missing husband. As the tale unravels, 'a dreaded criminal syndicate dredges up past tragedies and ultimately drives her to violence,' according to the synopsis. Alongside Mabalane, the South African action series stars Waldemar Schultz, Dineo Langa and others. The series debuted in 2023 and has seen two seasons so far, each consisting of six instalments. All 12 episodes are available to stream on Netflix and fans have raved about the show online. Some posted on Rotten Tomatoes: 'Great series, plot, characters and story development are very good in my opinion. 'It's visually uncompromising and brutal for the right reasons. Zenzi is an absolute hero of a character and a very very strong female lead. Just loved it.'; 'A tight, illuminating script, strong performances. Great production values. Loved it. Bring on S2, please.' Though not everyone was impressed and someone penned: 'The plot, while formulaic, kept my interest to a certain extent. Character development was weak, entirely plot-driven.' While others raved about the series on X and said: ''Unseen' Season 2 is an exceptional South African series on Netflix. 'After the first season delivered flawlessly, I anticipated that Season 2 would be even more outstanding and it truly surpassed expectations.' Another commented: 'Unseen season 2 was nothing short of amazing. I watched the series in one sitting and only took very quick bathroom breaks. I was literally glued to the edge of my seat the entire time!' 'Unseen on Netflix is pretty solid - hats off to the team at Gambit Films,' someone else penned. All 12 episodes are available to stream on Netflix and fans have raved about the show online According to Metro, one fan expressed how the show left them in a 'puddle of tears'. Netflix fans have also been captivated by a British crime thriller that 'gives them chills' and even compared it to Vera and Black Mirror. Three-part thriller Black Work first aired in 2015 on ITV but is still proving to be a hit with viewers. Starring Sheridan Smith, Matthew McNulty and Oliver Woollford, the drama was created by Bridge of Spies writer Matt Charman.
Metro
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Netflix quietly drops all 6 episodes of 'amazing' thriller making fans cry
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Netflix fans are raving about the second season of the action thriller Unseen packed with twists and turns. The South African drama – inspired by the Turkish drama Fatma – follows a house cleaner, called Zenzi Mwale (Gail Mabalane), who is driven to violence by a crime syndicate as she desperately searches for her missing husband, who had just been released from prison for murder. As Zenzi makes a series of life-altering (and threatening) decisions, the show makes a heartpounding return when she must face the consequences of the bloodthirsty actions she has been accused of committing. The first season came out in 2023 and wowed audiences as it landed at number 4 in the global top 10. Just two years later, all six episodes of the second season have arrived on the streaming platform for thrill-seekers to get hooked on. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. 'Fists fly. And the truth? It's about to get messy,' Netflix teased. 'Great series, plot, characters and story development are very good in my opinion. It's visually uncompromising and brutal for the right reasons. Zenzi is an absolute hero of a character and a very very strong female lead. Just loved it,' Guiillaume D wrote on Rotten Tomatoes. 'A tight, illuminating script, strong performances,' David J echoed. Over on X, season two is already causing fans to totally crash out and another,Angie Bay admitted she was left in a 'puddle of tears' by the end. 'Unseen season two on Netflix, absolutely amazing,' tshego wrote over on X, 'Unseen on Netflix is gooood – watched it in one sitting,' zannielammuni said. 'Unseen season 2 was nothing short of amazing. I watched the series in one sitting and only took very quick bathroom breaks. I was literally glued to the edge of my seat the entire time!' wendy mchunu echoed. 'ELITE CAST. Let it not go unsaid that Gail Mabalane is a phenomenal actress. Epic Cinematography. Chilling soundtrack. TELEVISION,' Lebza declared. 'Why is Unseen making me cry,' rejoice asked. 'There are some parts of the series that really made me cry. I almost screamed out loud,' Dr Punkien said about the new season. 'Season 2 left no crumbs,' Kinz added. More Trending In an interview with lead star Gail, she told Glamour: 'Stepping back into Zenzi's world this season felt both exhilarating and deeply personal…like I know that Zenzi had some unfinished business. 'I knew her journey was going to hit harder, more emotionally layered, more physically intense and definitely more vulnerable.' She added that she had to 'physically and mentally prepare' to return as she was 'ready to go deeper'. Unseen is streaming on Netflix now. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Inside David and Victoria Beckham's £12,000,000 Cotswolds mansion with jaw-dropping outdoor spa MORE: Netflix viewers rediscover 00s sci-fi thriller with 'unexpected' twist as it climbs the charts MORE: Star-studded Netflix series that you can 'binge in one night' soars up chart
News24
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Drama on the small screen – 5 new local shows to add to your watchlist
There's a whole world of scintillating drama to feast on. New shows are dropping like hot potatoes just in time for the cosy nights in and Netflix and chill sessions, and our local stars and productions are giving us entertainment. Why not dive back into the dangerous world of Gail Mabalane's Zenzi Mwale in Unseen season two? Or how about exploring the high stakes and tests of loyalty of the gospel music industry with the new telenovela Genesis? Get comfortable and settle into these new local shows: Unseen season two Zenzi Mwale (played by Gail Mabalane), the seemingly ordinary cleaning lady with an extraordinary will to survive, returns to the unforgiving streets of Cape Town, premiering on Netflix on 2 May 2025. As Zenzi fights to expose the truth, she leaves behind a trail of bodies - acts of survival in a world that gives her no choice. In the wake of tragedy, Zenzi is forced to trust those who put her behind bars. Will her newfound desire for freedom finally put her grief to rest? iThonga This telenovela, which was previously said to be named Bloodlines, follows the story of twin brothers Banele and Sanele, played by Bonko Khoza, who walk in completely different paths. One in the light, the other in the shadows. See stars like Ayanda Borotho, Nelisiwe Sibiya and more bring to life this gripping drama at 20:30 every weekday on Mzansi Magic. Helderberg For documentary fans, a devastating premiere awaits. In 1987, SAA Flight SA295 is reported overdue at Mauritius. The worst aviation disaster in South African history has taken place, and all answers to the mystery lie deep underwater. Helderberg premieres on M-Net on 15 May at 20:00. Inimba Inimba is a tale of love, sacrifice, and the unstoppable force of a mother's bond with her child. The show follows the story of Zoleka Mabandla, played by Lunathi Mampofu, who had a world of opportunities ahead of her and a job offer she couldn't turn down, sacrificing her marriage to Hlathi (played by Sisa Hewana). After two decades, Zoleka is determined to get back to her life and her daughter, but the past is difficult to let go of. Inimba airs on Mzansi Magic weekdays at 21:00. Genesis Genesis delves into the high-stakes world of gospel music where loyalty is tested and betrayal lurks around every corner. Baby Cele returns to a starring role as Felicia Thabethe-Gigaba, a classic matriarch who guards her nest like an eagle. The show also stars onscreen favourites like KB Motsilanyane and Nay Maps.
