South African actor Unathi Mkhize has bagged a new role on 1Magic’s dramedy series titled Roomies.
According to Sunday World, The River actor will play as lead character in the series alongside Felicia Mlangeni, and will be supported by Nomalanga Shozi, Mbasa Msongelo, and Ishmael Songo. Other actors to also feature in the dramedy series include Zola Nombona, Siphiwe Mtshali and Zama Ngcobo, the publication reported.
“Roomies showcases the underlying humour that comes with trying to achieve some of the so-called realistic and unrealistic milestones of life such as marriage, being healthy, making lifelong friends and achieving a fulfilling career,” a press statement reads.
“Naledi, played by Mlangeni, is a young chef with her life planned out in trying to balance her love life and a career,
“During her interview as a sous chef at one of Joburg’s top restaurants, she learns that her long-term boyfriend is not just visiting home, but has married his high school sweetheart and is forcing her out of the flat they shared,” Sunday World reported.
She then fails her interview and seeks comfort in her bestie Tsholo (Nomalanga Shozi). The pair moves together along with three guy friends.
It is a 13-episode series which will showcase weekly. It is set to premiere on May 4th on 1 Magic and will air weekly on Thursdays at 20:30.
Shirley Adonisi, director of local entertainment channels at M-Net told the publication that “Roomies captures real-life experiences viewers can relate to, while also providing entertainment to keep them engaged and wanting more.”
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