Executive producer and Black Brain Pictures founder, Mandla N, and Miss Universe South Africa 2025 and Miss South Africa 2023 contestant, Melissa Nayimuli, took it to the top and said yes in the picturesque landscape in Thailand.
Melissa took to her Instagram page to share a video clip of their engagement which was shot at Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui, located on the secluded northeast coast of Koh Samui, Thailand. The clip displayed Mandla going down on one knee during their dreamy proposal, which was then followed by a private dinner to celebrate their engagement.
“Our favourite scene yet: Saying YES!!!!,” read the caption of the video clip.
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Instagram users weighed in:
Actress Zola Nombona said: “This is so beautiful. Congratulations.”
Actor and film writer Chris Q Radebe said: “Many congratulations, leadership. Enjoy the journey.”
While media personality Luthando ‘Lootlove’ Shosha said: “Congratulations Melissa!”
Not so long ago, Mandla took to his Instagram page to congratulate Melissa on her Miss Universe journey.
“Thank you so much, you represented us with a level of grace, courage, and strength that truly moved me. Watching you stand so confidently and carry yourself with such dignity made me feel proud in a way that’s hard to even put into words. You’ve become a source of inspiration for so many women.
“Your journey, your resilience, and the way you continue to rise have touched my heart deeply. I can only imagine the incredible things that the next 10 years will bring for you, and I’m genuinely excited to witness it all. You deserve every good thing coming your way, and more. Well done, wrote Mandla.
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Also see: Mandla N discusses Black Brain pictures’ licensing deal with Netflix
