RISING star and actor Kwanda Manyathi is looking forward to his first-ever starring role in the e.tv series, Isitha: The Enemy.
The 20-year-old actor said he never thought his big break would come as quickly as it has. He told Daily Sun that he plays the role of Velaphi Sokhulu in the series.
Kwanda said he went for auditions in Durban in 2021.
He said it was a blessing for him to have a lead role. The actor from Umlazi W section, KZN told Daily Sun that he's enjoying his role.
"I am so excited that even as young talents, we are given a chance. It brought tears to my eyes because I won the second audition in Joburg in 2022," he said.
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Kwanda said he made sure he won the hearts of the judges during his monologue performances.
"I am grateful for this opportunity because I make sure that people enjoy this role. Many people can relate to my story on this show," he said, adding that he teaches and heals others who identify with this story.
He said in most of these roles, they teach people about the consequences they face when they don't do the right thing for their gains.
"I am glad I got a callback from the production team at Black Brain Pictures. It came at the right time because I did not expect this from them," he said.
The actor said it showed that he put so much effort into his performance.
"I just want to show young people that anything is possible. They must never give up on their dreams, no matter what," Kwanda said.
The actor said he wants others to know that all it takes is faith. "Have a strong faith and keep going. When I received a callback from Mandla N, it changed my life forever," he said.
The actor said he will always be grateful for this kind of event in his life.
