Melusi Mbele scores a leading role in ‘The Butcher’s Soul’
Former 'Scandal!' actor Melusi Mbele will portray an action hero in Showmax's upcoming show, 'The Butcher's Soul'.
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Fan-favourite actor Melusi Mbele who starred in Scandal! as Jojo Kubeka has joined The Butcher’s Soul.
HIS ROLE IN ‘THE BUTCHER’S SOUL’
The award-winning actor Melusi Mbele stars in a spine-chilling thriller titled The Butcher’s Soul.
His character is granted seven days by the angel of Death to bring her murderous souls in exchange for his daughter’s life.
The show is directed by Kagiso Samuel Leburu, who won the Made for TV Film Safta for his debut feature, Okae Molao. While four-time Safta winner Adze Ugah from Shaka iLembe is the stunt director.
The former Scandal! actor took to his social media to announce his latest role:”“Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you The Butcher’s Soul.”
He will star alongside Gomora actress Katlego Danke, Generations actor Vuyo Dabula, Smoke and Mirrors actress Zinhle Mabena, Scandal! star Tshepo “Howza” Mosese and many more.
The Butcher’s Soul premieres on Showmax on Friday, 2 August 2024.
MELUSI MBELE EXITS ‘SCANDAL!’
The e.tv soapie Scandal! reveals that the award-winning actor Melusi Mbele has taken a break from the show.
“uJojo aka @melusimbele will be taking a break from #etvScandal to explore other opportunities.”
“We at #etvScandal thank him for his contribution to the show. Here are some of our favourite Jojo Kubeka moments. What have been your favourite memories from him?”
Mbele’s character, Jojo Kubeka wrapped up on Monday, 17 June 2024. He won a Safta (South African Film and Television Award) for his role as Jojo in 2023.
IOL confirms Mbele won Best Actor in a TV Soap for the popular character.
Scandal! lost its signature first position in March when SABC1’s soapie, Skeem Saam debuted on the 19:30 timeslot.
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