The hit Netflix series The Mabaso’s Family Reunion, featuring some of South Africa’s top stars, is set to return for its highly anticipated second season. The dark comedy, which quickly became one of the platform’s most-watched shows, follows the story of four estranged siblings who reunite at their family home in Johannesburg after the death of their mother. The principal cast includes Bonko Khoza, Natasha Thahane, Lerato Mvelase, and Thulani Mtsweni, with Jerry Mofokeng, Alfred Ntombela, Lungile Yende, and Yolo Noruwana in supporting roles. The plot delves into the siblings’ complex relationships, driven by lust, fame, and materialism, as they uncover a coffin stuffed with cash – and the wrong body. This discovery propels them into a world of criminal schemes and dangerous alliances, forcing the siblings to band together to outwit ruthless criminals and the law.
Since its premiere last month, The Mabaso’s Family Reunion has captivated audiences, sparking a buzz across the streaming platform. The series is produced by the award-winning Black Brain Pictures, known for hits like Piano Love, Isitha: The Enemy, and DiepCity. In a recent post on Instagram, Black Brain Pictures teased the return of the show, saying, “Let’s cook 👩🍳 The Nation is hooked 👀, and the streets are already asking: What would Season 2 of Mabaso Family Reunion even look like? Drop your Season 2 title suggestions 👇.”
Executive creative director Mandla N confirmed that the team is in the writing phase for the new season. “We will definitely continue [the production], the people love it,” he told TshisaLIVE. Filming is expected to begin in 2025, with the original cast returning, along with some exciting new faces. While still in the early stages, Mandla teased potential titles like Mabaso Baby Shower or Mabaso Reunion. Fans of the series can look forward to more drama, humor, and thrilling twists in the upcoming season.
Jamie Foxx credits daughter’s guitar playing for saving his life after he suffered a stroke
Jamie Foxx believes his daughter, Anelise Foxx, played a pivotal role in saving his life after he suffered a stroke following a brain bleed in April 2023. The Creed III actor, who had been hospitalized for a mysterious medical complication, recently opened up about his harrowing health ordeal in his Netflix special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…. The 56-year-old comedian revealed that during his 13 to 15-day stay at Atlanta’s Piedmont Hospital, doctors feared they might lose him due to unstable vitals. “There was a 13 or 14-day period where they said, we’ve gotta keep him calm because his vitals were so high we’re going to lose him,” Foxx shared. Despite their best efforts, nothing seemed to stabilize his condition. However, a miraculous turn occurred when his 16-year-old daughter Anelise, who is also a talented musician, began playing guitar by his bedside. Foxx recalled the moment with deep emotion, stating, “They said when she was playing, my vitals went down. The nurses were baffled. Like, ‘Wow, what did they give him?’”
Foxx believes that God was working through the guitar, calling it his “spiritual defibrillator.” He shared that his daughter snuck into his hospital room with her guitar, determined to help her father. “I didn’t want her to see me like that but she snuck in and said, ‘I know what my daddy needs … that’s my daddy.’” Describing the moment as a miracle, he added, “That’s when a miracle happened, and that miracle was working through my youngest daughter.” He believes Anelise’s music played a key role in stabilizing his condition. In a heartfelt moment during the special, Foxx welcomed Anelise onstage to perform a song together. With tears in their eyes, he encouraged his daughter to “shine” and thanked her for stepping up during his darkest moments. “Anelise, thank you so much for stepping up when all was lost,” he said, emotionally adding, “You had to make it because I always dreamed that we’d perform together onstage one day.”
The emotional performance included a powerful rap and song where Foxx expressed his gratitude, rapping, “God don’t take me, my oldest daughter’s getting married, please let me walk her down the aisle.” Jamie Foxx was able to fulfill that wish in September, when he was well enough to walk his eldest daughter, Corinne, down the aisle for her wedding to Joe Hooten, a moment that marked a joyous recovery after his health scare.
