A completely new telenovela My Brothers Keeper will air on Mzansi Magic on October 23rd, replacing the award-winning telenovela Gomora.
Gomora, now in its fourth season, broke viewership records just a month after its debut three years ago. The final episode will be broadcast on October 20.
The story of a family drawn into a deadly succession battle of its own making is told by Rhythm World, the team behind the hit telenovela Umkhokha – My Brother’s Keeper.
It tells the story of Nqubeko, played by Wiseman Mncube. He is the headstrong and overambitious son of a mistress, tired of being side-lined by his father.
Nqubeko decides to break the rules of ‘ukungena’ by going after his brother’s widow, Fakazile (played by Zola Nombona). She is the woman who holds the controlling power to the Shabalala family empire.
Nqubeko’s mad quest for power and need for his father’s approval puts him on a collision course with his four half-brothers. He threatens to tear down the Shabalalas and their future.
“We have always offered our viewers the best in local entertainment in a variety of genres, and with the upcoming premiere of My Brother’s Keeper, we’re pleased to bring another well-written and expertly produced series,” said Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net.
“Telenovelas are a popular genre, and we are excited to expand our impressive and diverse content slate with a show that will keep us all intrigued and entertained.”
Wiseman Mncube, Zola Nombona, S’dumo Mtshali, Lindani Nkosi, Nelisa Mchunu, Rosemary Zimu, Vuyiseka Cawe, Hlengiwe Lushaba-Madlala, Nkanyiso Mchunu, Sparky Xulu, Raphael Griffiths, and Nthabiseng Kgosana co-star.
