Actor and TV presenter, Wright Ngubeni has been cast as a presenter for Mzansi Magic’s new reality show, Umkhonto Ogwaza Ekhaya which will air on Sundays.
The former child star who is renowned for playing Johnathan Moroka on Generations, and as Thula on Rhythm City has also showcased his presenting skills on Love Back.
What happens when the love defies everything you have been taught to believe? Exploring the incestual love, Umkhonto Ogwaza Khaya is set to take its viewers on a rollercoaster of passion, betrayal, and family loyalty that has never been seen before.
The grappling 13-episodes will premier on the 9th of February, where courageous couples who are related are caught in the crossfire of forbidden love, societal norms, and the fight for family approval.
CASTING NEWS:
Wright Ngubeni to host new show
The former child star will host a new reality show about relationships with a familial twist.
The show is called ‘Umkhonto Ogwaza Ekhaya’.
Sunday, February 9th at 19:30 on Mzansi Magic. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/ymaDUpXNJe
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) January 23, 2025
“With family judgement and past wounds running deep, tensions rise when they must confront their loved ones about their future. There is also the issue of parenthood. Will they be seen as role models or condemned as rebels? The journey is raw, real and rife with drama,” read the statement.
Wright took to his Instagram page to share the trailer of the highly anticipated show.
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X (formerly Twitter) users shared their opinions about the show.
Umkhontho Ogwaze Ekhaya” is the perfect drama to get obsessed with! Romance, drama, and family secrets – what more could you ask for?! Don’t miss it! #UmkhontoOgwazaEkhaya pic.twitter.com/zlvsreJNcv
— You don’t need this drama 🧐 (@Zamma_Khumalo) January 23, 2025
family is everything… but what if they don’t approve of your partner? 🤕 #UmkhontoOgwazaEkhaya is a new reality show that explores the challenges of love and family. don’t miss it on @mzansimagic from feb 9th! pic.twitter.com/n8Zbb4kMNG
— Mich (@MichShoxen) January 23, 2025
I’ve already set a reminder for 9 February for the first episode of #UmkhontoOgwazaEkhaya 😂🔥the name says it all pic.twitter.com/YscQmGxJbj
— Nontokozo (@its_nontokozo) January 23, 2025
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