South African actress Sophie Ndaba has made a comeback to the entertainment industry after a long hiatus. The former Generations star has been hospitalised after breaking her bone, but that hasn’t stopped her from bagging a new acting gig on Showmax’s upcoming drama series, 016FM.
Ndaba’s journey in the entertainment industry spans over two decades, and her return to TV has been highly anticipated by her fans. Her role in 016FM marks her first major appearance on TV since her departure from Generations in 2014.
Headhunted for the Role
Ndaba was headhunted by the show’s producers, who were impressed by her self-tape for the character. She expressed her excitement about working with the new team and the young cast, calling the experience “incredible”. In an interview with Briefly News, Ndaba shared how she got the role: “They called and asked if I’d be interested in doing a self-tape for the character. They loved how I emulated the character and confirmed that I’d play the role in a few days.”
A Beautiful 016 Vaal Story
Ndaba described the show as a “beautiful 016 Vaal story” and expressed her happiness at being part of the production. She also spoke about her role, saying that it’s not about nailing every scene in one take but about bringing the character to life and working well with co-actors. “Being a great actor isn’t about nailing every scene in one take; it’s about bringing the character to life and working seamlessly with your co-actors. On 016FM, we collaborated well.”
Showmax Original 016FM
016FM is a Showmax Original series that follows rival DJs at a beloved Vaal radio station threatened with closure. The show stars the late Mpho Sebeng and Joseph Sedibo and will be available to stream on Showmax from June 26, 2024. The series explores themes of family, friendship, and community, all set against the backdrop of the vibrant Vaal music scene.
Return to TV
Ndaba’s return to TV has been highly anticipated by her fans, who have missed her on screen. Her role in 016FM marks a new chapter in her career, and she is excited to be working with a new team and a young cast. “I took a break to focus on my wellness a while back. I’m slowly getting back to doing all my favourite things. The show called me and asked if I’d be interested in playing a role in charity. As they saw it to suit me. And I read the script and reverted with a response and self-tape for the channel, and the rest was history.”
Wellness Journey
Ndaba has been open about her wellness journey, sharing her struggles with diabetes and her recent hospitalisation due to a broken bone. However, she remains positive and is grateful for the support of her fans. “I’m slowly getting back to doing all my favourite things. I’m grateful for the support of my fans and the opportunity to work on a project like 016FM.”
Conclusion
Sophie Ndaba’s return to TV is a welcome one, and her role in 016FM is highly anticipated. The show promises to be an exciting addition to Showmax’s lineup, and Ndaba’s presence is sure to bring a new level of depth and experience to the production. As she continues on her wellness journey, her fans will be eagerly watching her every move, cheering her on as she takes on this new role.
