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Married at First Sight's Makoto opens up about navigating marriage drama
It takes courage to walk down the aisle and say 'I do' to a stranger who instantly becomes your husband or wife, and Married At First Sight captures the complexities of marriage and the compromise it takes to make it work. One couple that has kept Mzansi talking is Makoto Phumodi and Nkululeko Mahlangu. The two started on a rocky start with a heated debate on their wedding night, which they tried to get over, but with each day came new challenges and a new misunderstanding. From their struggling sex life to not seeing eye to eye on gender roles based on religion. In last night's episode, the wives gathered for drinks at Nelisa's place, and jaws dropped. Bombshells were dropped about their husbands. The ripple effects are already making waves, and we're bracing for what's still to come. Makoto shares her journey on the show so far, as well as insight into her marriage. What made you decide to take part in Married at First Sight South Africa? I decided to take part in Married at First Sight Season 2 because I wanted to try something different, I wanted to look for love in an unconventional way. What was going through your mind the moment you saw your husband at the altar? When I first saw him, I was like, 'I've seen this face before.' We had seen each other in the past, and that was really interesting to me because I did not know what to expect. How did you mentally prepare to get married to a stranger? I mentally prepared myself to get married to a stranger by simply being open to the unknown; that is all you can do. There is no manual to this experiment. You and Nkululeko disagreed on your wedding night. How did that moment make you feel? The fight we had on our wedding night started when he said I must leave my church and go serve at his church, so by the time he started being hyper-religious on screen, I was already upset. The Bible says that a man must provide and a woman must submit, right? Imagine being asked if you're willing to submit, but you don't even know if the guy is willing to provide emotionally, financially, mentally, or physically, so I was taken aback by that. But as you have seen, we moved past that. The conversation around sex between you and your husband sparked a major debate online. Is intimacy a dealbreaker for you in a relationship? Intimacy is important to me. If we can't connect emotionally, it won't work. My husband didn't believe in foreplay or kissing when we first met so those are the things we had to learn about each other and overcome. Tshepo has made a few comments about you. What's the story behind the tension between the two of you? My husband confided in Tshepo a lot. Our argument happened off camera when Tshepo said I shouldn't be asking my husband about his whereabouts, 'Monna ha a botswe o tswa kae.' He was basically saying Nkululeko can do whatever he wants, whenever he wants, and I shouldn't ask anything. When I reacted to that comment, he called me disrespectful. If you could design your ideal husband, what qualities would he have? My ideal husband is someone who's going to take the time to know and understand the type of person I am, embracing every scar and helping me grow. What's your relationship like with the other cast members? Besides my husband, Palesa is my girl. We've built a beautiful relationship outside of the show. We talk on the phone almost every day. Portia and I still chat here and there, and as for Nelisa, I don't have a relationship with her. How does it feel to watch your own journey unfold on screen? Watching my journey on screen is amazing. I'm not shocked by anything. People think I'm acting, but little do they know, I react like that in my everyday life.
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14-07-2025
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Religious passion and personality collide for Married At First Sight Mzansi's Nkululeko and Makoto
Episode two of Married At First Sight Mzansi Season 2 saw sparks fly and tensions rise as four more strangers said, 'I do'. While the fiery pairing of Nkululeko and Makoto showcased the challenges of compromise in a marriage, Tshepo and Palesa's heartfelt bond offered a hopeful contrast. Drama-fuelled moments, bold personalities, and touching support systems made this episode a whirlwind of emotions. The second episode of Married At First Sight Mzansi Season 2 delivered the drama, surprises, and blush-inducing first kisses we've come to expect from the entertaining social experiment. This week, four more strangers entered matrimony, and while some sparks flew, others fizzled under the weight of clashing religious views. The relationship experts paired Nkululeko Mahlangu, a 32-year-old logistics business owner, with Makoto Phumodi, a 32-year-old actor. Meanwhile, Tshepo Miya, a 37-year-old IT specialist, wed Palesa Mphaki, a 33-year-old credit control supervisor. The matches seemed promising on paper, but as the episode unfolded, it became clear that the reality of getting to know each other would dictate the real test of these unions. Nkululeko and Makoto: A battle of wills climate proof your skin Nkululeko and Makoto's pairing raised eyebrows from the get-go, leading fans to compare them to season 1's ill-fated couple, Zithobile and Thami. Makoto, a bubbly and outspoken actor, found herself face-to-face with a man who, as expert Dr Mpume Zenda pointed out, is dogmatic in his approach to relationships. The self-proclaimed leader wasted no time setting the tone: He expected Makoto to submit, compromise, and essentially mould herself to fit his vision of a wife without endeavouring to do the same in his capacity as her husband. Their wedding was a mix of sweet moments, such as Makoto's adorable son, Duma, cheering her on and cringeworthy missteps like Nkululeko barely looking at her while reading his vows. READ | Nelisa and Themba emerge as early fan favourites on Married At First Sight Mzansi season 2 But the real tension between them came during their post-wedding-ceremony chat. Nkululeko (who says he has faced a lifetime of comparisons to Chris Brown) praised Makoto for being humble, then immediately asked if she could actively display this quality for the sake of their marriage. She rightfully pushed back, and her refusal to play pretend was labelled as stubbornness by some viewers, but others applauded her honesty. And then there was the kiss. After declaring they should wait two months before being intimate during the male contestants' group bachelor party, Nkululeko was suddenly all over Makoto as soon as the officiant said he could kiss his bride. Tshepo and Palesa offer a glimmer of hope X, Mzansi Magic X, Mzansi Magic In stark contrast, Tshepo and Palesa's wedding had a quieter, more promising energy. Their vows were heartfelt, their kiss lingered, and their conversation flowed naturally. One standout moment came when Palesa's pastor, unlike so many before him, didn't pressure her into accepting 'struggle love' as he gave her a pep talk to calm her pre-wedding jitters. Instead, he offered reassurance, reminding her that her support system would be there for her no matter the outcome of the union. Speaking of support systems… This episode wasn't short on star power. Between Sandile GQ in Makoto's corner, Summary, the comedian in attendance, and Palesa's wedding guest Nkateko, who has a reality TV past, the guest list had viewers side-eyeing the casting process this season. With all couples now officially matched, the season is truly under way.
