Z’BONDIWE brings back the dark side of love to e.tv prime time

Z’BONDIWE is a gritty love story which covers the seedy underworld of gangsterism.

It offers a glimpse into both the psychological aspects of gangster life and the emotional dynamics of two lovers who have to beat the odds to stay together.

The series is set in Soweto, Gauteng. Two notorious gangs-The Vutha Boys and The Mambas rule the township. The two gangs are fierce rivals and their animosity towards each other has resulted in many blood baths.

Ntando (played by Anga Makubalo) and Roxanne (Zola Nombona), a happily engaged couple from Cape Town have just moved from Cape Town and are trying to settle in Johannesburg’s Northern Suburbs.  Roxanne gets kidnapped by a notorious psychopath gangster, Killer (played by Mbulelo Grootboom).  Ntando goes on a mission to rescue his future bride and is forced to immerse himself in the underground gang world.

Ordinary South Africans are both fascinated and frightened by gangsters and  Z’BONDIWE will bring a myriad of issues about gangster life to the fore.  This captivating drama series is grounded in truth, extensive research was done to investigate details about the lives of gangsters. The drama, which is a first local action series for e.tv is produced by well-known creative producer/director, Roberta Durrant’s Paw Paw films.

“We are thrilled to bring our audience this fresh action drama. e.tv continues to deliver ground-breaking, distinctive local content which promises great entertainment for viewers.  We have added extra spice to Tuesday nights by bringing you a local drama feast. Both Matatiele and Z’BONDIWE are ground-breaking shows which were produced by some of South Africa’s best production companies. The shows provide intriguing insight into different segments of South African communities and also highlights issues which resonate across Mzansi .” said Monde Twala, Managing director for e.tv Channels Division.

An exciting cast consisting of the very best of South African acting talent bring this story to life.  The series features immensely talented actors such as Israel Makoe (who plays Jakes), Anga Makubalo (who plays Ntando), Siyabonga Shibe (who plays detective Shabangu) and Mbulelo Grootboom (who plays Killer).  Viewers will also enjoy seeing talented young up and coming actors such as the lead actress, Zola Nombona (who plays Roxanne) and Mpho Sebeng (who plays Lebo-Axe’s right hand man).

Don’t miss out on this exciting Tuesday back to back drama feast.  Z’BONDIWE, will follow Matatiela on Tuesday May 12 at 21.30 on e.tv.