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Rowan Atkinson explores the ageless allure of Mr. Bean in season four of his animated series

Excitement is in the air as 'Mr. Bean' prepares to return to our screens, promising to bring back the joy, laughter, and innocent mischief that fans have loved for years.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

'Betting on Paradise': watch a couple turn a Costa Rican fixer-upper into a tropical dream

Follow Canadian couple Luke Shantz and Steph Sitt as they risk everything to transform a run-down Costa Rican hotel into a luxury paradise while balancing family life in HGTV Africa's new series ‘Betting on Paradise’. Premiering April 19 at 9pm.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

'Survivor South Africa' winner Rob Bentele joins the global battle in 'Survivor Australia vs The World'

'Survivor' fever hits South Africa with three new seasons coming soon on M-Net.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

'Makoti, Are You The One?' returns with a suspense-filled new season

Watch as four women strive to balance love and family expectations all in the space of 21 days.

Entertainment TV
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Three mouth-watering local cooking shows to sink your teeth into

Discover the best local cooking shows to add to your must-watch list this month.

Entertainment TV
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

‘Wildcard Kitchen’ returns for second season with bigger bets and higher stakes

Food Network's thrilling culinary game show ‘Wildcard Kitchen’ returns for season two with higher stakes as top chefs gamble their own money in an underground cooking competition.

Entertainment TV Reality TV
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

'Podcast and Chill with MacG', 'Piano Pulse' and 'Awkward Dates with Lasizwe' coming to Mzansi screens

Mzansi's most influential podcasts are making their way to television screens, featuring unfiltered conversations and cultural insights.

Entertainment TV
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

New channels and price hikes: what DStv customers need to know

DStv announces a price increase for its Compact packages while introducing five new channels, including SuperSport Action and Africa Magic Showcase, to enhance customer value.

Entertainment TV Local
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

IN NUMBERS: This is how much you will pay for DSTV this year

MultiChoice announces significant price increases for DStv packages, with Premium subscribers facing a R50 monthly hike. While some services remain unchanged, most packages will see price adjustments from May 2024, with further increases possible due to VAT changes

Lifestyle Shopping
Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

Discover the lives of KZN’s gospel royalty in ‘Thinah singo’

Award-winning gospel singer Thinah Zungu, alongside his family, offers a captivating look at their journey navigating faith, fame and fortune amid the demanding expectations of their Christian community.

Entertainment TV Reality TV
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Minki van der Westhuizen unveils the heart-warming stories behind South Africa's sheep farmers in ‘Lamb Champs’

Join Minki van der Westhuizen as she unveils the untold stories of sheep farmers in a new six-part documentary series, showcasing the deep connections between family, tradition and food.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

‘Inside Life: City Girls Are Up’ amplifies female voices in the music industry

MTV's ‘Inside Life’ returns with ‘City Girls Are Up’, showcasing the inspiring journeys of female artists Boohle, Thee Buhle and Bontle Smith as they navigate the music industry.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Baby Cele exposes the dark side of gospel music in new telenovela ‘Genesis’

‘Genesis’ promises to deliver an emotional roller-coaster filled with themes of loyalty, betrayal and the struggle for power, all intertwined with powerful musical performances.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Thabo ‘T-Bose’ Mokwele celebrates Mzansi’s trailblazers in new talk show ‘The Ones’

Get ready for a powerful new talk show that promises to unveil the inspiring stories of South Africa's most influential figures

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Love's battle: discover the forbidden romances of 'Umkhonto Ogwaza Ekhaya’

Each episode introduces viewers to couples who have bravely dared to fall in love despite being related.

Entertainment TV Reality TV
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Explore the dark side of music icon Sean Combs in ‘The Fall of Diddy’ docuseries

‘The Fall of Diddy’ dives into never-before-heard testimonies that sheds light on the darker allegations against the music mogul.

Entertainment TV International
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Emotional finale of ‘Summertide’: family, loss and unexpected twists

After a year of emotional turmoil and complex family dynamics, ‘Summertide’ concludes on January 19, promising an emotional finale filled with joy, sorrow and unexpected revelations.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Entries open for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

The 11th AMVCAs is set to honour outstanding talent in African film and television, with entries open until January 31, 2025.

Entertainment TV Local
Entertainment Reporter|Published

Watch VideoDurban shines in new festive film, ‘A Wesley South African Christmas’

‘A Wesley South African Christmas’ blending local culture, stunning landscapes and a star-studded cast.

Travel South Africa
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Cast and crew of 'Queendom' demand action amid payment delays

‘Queendom’ cast and crew face a bleak holiday season due to ongoing payment delays, their open letter sparks urgent calls for accountability and reform within the South African entertainment industry.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

MultiChoice, SABC square off again in protracted legal battle over 2013 content deal

MultiChoice and the SABC agreed that the satellite TV provider would pay the public broadcaster R500 million in exchange for the exclusive rights to the SABC’s entertainment channel, which would consist mainly of content from the SABC’s substantial archive of programs.

Business Report Companies
BR Reporter|Published

Senzo Radebe to join the cast of ‘Sibongile and The Dlaminis’ in 2025

Senzo Radebe's electrifying entry into The Dlaminis promises to unveil long-buried secrets and keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Entertainment TV Local
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Nine screen stars reflect on nine years of ‘Suidooster’ drama

As the show celebrates nine wonderful years of storytelling, the show's stars have shared their favourite storylines over the years.

Entertainment TV Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Is DStv facing an uncertain future as streaming services invest in sports?

Is the writing on the wall for DStv as streaming platforms make the shift towards streaming sports.

Business Advice
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

MultiChoice expected to lose almost R2 billion

The company blamed the poor financial performance on severe pressure in the macro-economic, foreign exchange rate, and consumer environment in key markets.

Business Jobs
Vernon Pillay|Published