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By Lineo Lesemane

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‘I’m a strong personality’ – ‘The Ultimatum: South Africa’ star Khanya Nqolase after backlash

Khanya Nqolase has been dragged on social media since the reality show aired.


The Ultimatum: South Africa star Khanya Nqolase has broken her silence about the hate she has been receiving on social media since the premiere of the show. 

Netflix‘s The Ultimatum: South Africa is a spinoff of the international TV series, The Ultimatum

Intense experience of The Ultimatum: South Africa

The show, which premiered on 10 May, follows couples after one of the partners is given an ultimatum for marriage.

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In an Instagram post, Khanya opened up about the intense experience she underwent during the filming of the show. 

“Hi to everyone who has been tuning into The Ultimatum: South Africa, and I understand if some of you may feel like I was out of line with some of my words and actions. It was an intense experience for me, and I handled it the best way I could,” she said. 

She also emphasised that it was hard for her and other cast members to witness their partners engaging with other people. 

“I have already apologised to those that I have wronged and would like to thank everybody for being so invested in the show and sharing their thoughts on the reality show,” she added.

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Khanya: ‘I’m a strong personality’

Expressing gratitude to the audience for their investment in the show, Khanya highlighted that she has a strong personality. 

“I acknowledge I’m a strong personality and say things that only others dare to think. Making TV aside, we are dealing with real people & real emotions here.”

Wrapping up her lengthy statement, Khanya said a lot transpired since the filming of the show, including a process of healing and transformation. “It’s in the past, and a lot has happened since then,” she concluded.

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