It won fans across the continent and abroad and received raving reviews in abundance. Popular drama series, Shaka Ilembe will be back for season two. MultiChoice gave the show the green light for a second season. With its rich visuals, excellent performances, respectful authenticity, and outstanding entertainment, season one showcased the origins story of the legendary African King, culminating with a victorious Shaka returning to take the Zulu throne. Season two will pick up the story as he begins his long-prophesized reign, writing himself into history.
THE SUPPORT
Speaking on the decision to renew the series, MultiChoice CEO General Entertainment, Nomsa Philiso was appreciative of the support that the show has gained. "MultiChoice is really committed to telling the Shaka Ilembe story, and this season two announcement confirms our intentions to honour the iconic figure of King Shaka with a continuation of his story on the air." She goes on to say, "The fact that viewers across South Africa, and indeed the continent, have been so passionately supportive of the show, tuning in to watch weekly, sharing their commentary online and really engaging with this layered story of the Nguni Kingdoms, has been fantastic. We are now looking forward to bringing season two to life."
THE NEW SEASON
Produced by the award-winning Bomb Productions, Shaka Ilembe introduced viewers to the Zulu, Mthethwa, Qwabe, Ndwandwe, Elangeni, and Hlubi, with characters from the vast storyline quickly becoming household names. The bold Queen Nandi, young Prince Shaka, influential Princess Mkabayi, fearsome Zwide, mysterious Queen Ntombazi, loyal Ngomane, honourable Dingiswayo, and many more in a story that brimmed with love, war, loss, betrayal, sacrifice, and triumph. Season two promises to unveil a new chapter with new stars, characters, and plotlines delivered with the same polish as season one, with the stellar cast led by Nomzamo Mbatha, and the vast crew of the show having already laid out a foundation on which the epic story can be further expanded.
