Former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Brighton Mhlongo is trying his hand at acting. The retired footballer is one of the cast in Mzansi Magic's new telenovela. champion.
Premiering on Monday 5th February at 19:00, this thrilling series promises passion, power, perseverance and victory in the high-stakes world of soccer.
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Former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Brighton Mhlongo is now an actor
Mhlongo, a former Bidvest Wits goalkeeper, plays the role of a retired footballer and the owner of a football club.
The former goalkeeper will feature alongside strong players including Sello Maake Ka-Ncube, Tumiso Masha, Joan Reineke, Kgomotso Christopher, Kwenzo Ngcobo and Thembinkosi Mthembu.
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Sune Modise (played by Reineke) is a symbol of resilience and ambition in a male-dominated soccer empire. While battling the storm caused by the sudden change in his father Washington's life, Snee is thrown into a series of challenges involving love and betrayal. As he battles intense drama, he comes out on top as an underdog, determined to challenge gender norms and lead Soshanguve Giants FC to success.
champion Ntobeko Mathebula also stars as the fearsome footballer Ricky, while versatile actor Thabo Malema plays Lebo's uncle Lezibane.
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The show promises to feature cameo appearances from a star-studded line-up including SuperSport sportscasters Tato Moen and Lwazi Zikbu.
Also appearing is retired Orlando Pirates star player and pundit Phumtso Manense.
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broadcast gig
Mhlongo will hang up his boots in 2021 after sustaining an eye injury in a freak training accident.
Last year, the 33-year-old joined e.tv. morning show, So he introduces the sports section of the show. This lifestyle and news program will be broadcast simultaneously on e.tv and his eNCA.
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