Mandla N's company loses another star!

MANDLA N's production company faces tragedy once again.

This after film director and founder of Black Brain Pictures Mandla Ngcongwane lost one of his wardrobe personnel.

On Wednesday, July 3 the Joburg-based producer announced the passing of their longtime head of Wardrobe, Nthabiseng Mokwena.

Nthabiseng died after a short illness at age 33.

In November 2023, Mandla lost one of his well-known actresses, Lebogang Mpyana, who was popularly known for her role as Khelina on Mzansi Magic's canned telenovela DiepCity.

Lebohang died at the age of 34 on 1 November 2023.

Black Brain Pictures management released a statement regarding her death.

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"We join the rest of the industry in mourning the recent passing of Nthabiseng Mokwena. She was an integral part of the Black Brain Pictures production team, helping us bring our stories to life as Head of Wardrobe.

"Over the years we have worked with Nthabiseng, she has left an indelible mark through her creativity, charisma, exemplary work ethic, and leadership. Her spirit will live on through the many lives she has touched and her body of work," he said.

Mandla said they would like to send their sincere condolences to her loved ones during this difficult time.

In 2023, Mandla expressed his dream of opening a school for the artistically talented.

He envisioned the school, Black Brain Academy, at Urban Brew Studios in Ferndale, Joburg.

Under his company, Black BrainPictures, he has produced shows such as DiepCity, Isitha and Side Dish, among others.

Mandla is also known for starring as Themba Khumalo in the SABC sitcom City Ses'la and its spinoff series Ses'Top La and as a member of the band Gang of Instrumentals.