Hungani Ndlovu joins Skeem Saam, taking over as the prodigal Maputla son
2nd June 2023
Showbiz, Arts & Culture
News24
- Hungani Ndlovu has joined the cast of Skeem Saam to take over the role of Thabo âTboseâ Maputla.
- The character was previously played by Cornet Mamabolo, who exited the show in 2021 to focus on his insurance business.
- Also joining the cast is Tazz Nginda, who will play the character of Sisanda Qhubeka, a charming marketing strategist who oozes sex appeal and great confidence.
Actor and dancer Hungani Ndlovu is one of the new faces viewers will see on SABC 1 edutainment soapie Skeem Saam when its 12th season begins at the beginning of July.
Ndlovu joins the show to take over the role of Thabo âTboseâ Maputla as he returns to the streets of Turfloop âunder unfavourable circumstancesâ. The character was previously played by Cornet Mamabolo, who exited the show in 2021 to focus on his insurance business, Digni Financial Services.
However, before viewers can look forward to seeing the return of the prodigal Maputla son, they will see two young boys discover a dangerous hidden treasure which will leave one of their lives in danger. At the same time, a budding relationship will hang in the balance.
The Magongwa and Maputla families will also have an angry exchange of words and accusations, leaving viewers wondering if they will even get past their differences.
Also joining the cast is Tazz Nginda, who will play the character of Sisanda Qhubeka. He plays a charming marketing strategist who oozes sex appeal and great confidence.
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âBut not everyone will welcome him with open arms as he subtly stirs trouble that leaves the Maphosa kingdom divided,â a press statement reads.
Viewers can look forward to Ngindaâs debut from Friday, 14 July.
Skeem Saam season 12 premieres on Monday, 3 July, at 18:30.