Masoja Josiah Msiza (born October 5, 1964)[1] is a South African actor, poet and musician.[2] He is best known for portraying "Nkunzi Mhlongo" in the award-winning telenovela Uzalo.[3][4]
Masoja Msiza | |
|---|---|
| Born | Masoja Msiza 5 October 1964 |
| Nationality | South African |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1992-present |
| Notable work | Uzalo Sokhulu & Partners Kalushi |
Early life
editMsiza was born in Kwa-Thema, a township in the South African province of Gauteng. His love for acting started when he was 9 years old and he enjoyed participating in art and drama classes. At the age of 14 he participated in a drama competition in his school which he won.[6] After finishing school he found work as a miner and he eventually ended up being fired along with other miners who were involved in a strike.[7] Following his dismissal, he decided to pursue his dream to become an actor and his debut gig was featured in a play called "Mfowethu" which was directed by Gibson Kente.[8]
Career
editMsiza began his career as a poet and later a stage and television actor, musician and storyteller. He has appeared in a number of notable films such as Kalushi: The Story of Solomon Mahlangu and A Million Colours.[9] However, his most prominent role is his portrayal of the ruthless crime lord Nkunzebomvu "Nkunzi" Mhlongo on the most viewed television show in South Africa Uzalo.[10][11][12] He has also appeared in several TV series such as Scandal!, Shreads and Dreams, Rhythm City, Intersexions, Sokhulu & Partners, and Making Cents with the Sitholes.[13]
In 2016, he got his first starring role in television in a telenovela called "Ring of Lies".[14]
In 2004, he wrote poems for the South African National Football Team during the AFCON tournament held in Tunisia. He also wrote and performed promo poems for the largest radio station in South Africa Ukhozi FM.[15]
On June 22, 2019, Masoja Msiza alongside Dudu Khoza presented the first annual Cothoza Music Awards hosted by the multi-award-winning A cappella group Ladysmith Black Mambazo.[16]
Filmography
edit| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Sokhulu & Partners | Mthethwa |
| 2011 | Isidingo | Saul |
| 2012 | Zama Zama | Oliver |
| 2013 | Zabalaza | Lary |
| 2013 | Mfolozi Street | Mandla |
| 2013 | Intersexions | Malinga |
| 2013-2014 | Inkaba | Goodman |
| 2012 | A place called home | Hudson |
| 2016 | Isibaya | Bhodlimpi |
| 2016 | Kalushi: The Story of Solomon Mahlangu | Rev. Ndlovu |
| 2014 | Rhythm City (TV series) | Joe Mafelane |
| 2015 | Zone 14 | Thomas |
| 2015-2016 | Umlilo | Welcome |
| 2015 | Ya Lla | Gate Guard |
| 2015-2017 | Rings Of Lies | Mandla |
| 2018–Present | Uzalo | Nkunzebomvu Mhlongo |
Poems and songs
edit- Time to Rhyme
- Babulawelani
- The Click Poem
- Nokuthula
- The 8th Man
- Hamba Nami
- My Love
- Hallelujah
- Mbalif
- My Skin
- Women and the Ocean
Personal life
editMsiza is a father of three, one son and two daughters.[17]
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award Ceremony | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Dstv Mzansi Magic Viewers Choice Awards | Best Actor | Masoja Msiza | Nominated | [18] |
| 2024 | Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards | Dear Future Wife | Won | [19][20] |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Masoja Msiza on TVSA". tvsa.co.za.
- ^ Job Githuri (20 September 2019). "Masoja Msiza biography:age, home language, children, wife, how men should treat women, poems, songs, albums, cars, and Instagram". briefly.co.za.
- ^ "Praise poets take centre stage — Durban". iol.co.za. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Masoja Msiza on playing the sly and ruthless nkunzi". iol.co.za. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Uzalo: A detailed history of south africa's favourite soapie". thesouthafrican.com. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ "Uzalo actor Masoja Msiza on how men should treat women a man must protect and not bully women". channel24.co.za. 18 April 2019. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Uzalos Masoja Msiza is the man we love to hate". bona.co.za. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Gibson Kente". britannica.com. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Masoja Msiza". IMDb. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ "Masoja Msiza on playing the sly and ruthless nkunzi". iol.co.za. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Uzalo star on divorce 'I miss my kids' — Masoja Msiza". sowetanlive.co.za. 15 May 2018. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Top five soapies in South Africa". thesouthafrican.com. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ "All you need to know about Masoja Msiza". hararelive.com. 24 February 2020. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Hot new boxing telenovela to hit Mzansi Magic!". channel24.co.za. 7 April 2016. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "10 things you didn't know about Masoja Msiza". youthvillage. 6 June 2017. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ "SA: Ladysmith Black Mambazo host first annual Music Awards". musicinafrica.net. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ "Masoja Msiza on divorce — i thought the cycle would end with me but it didn't". timeslive.co.za. 15 May 2018. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Mzansi Magic Viewers Choice Awards 2018". musicinafrica.net. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ Birjalal, Alyssia (13 June 2024). "LOOK: Nominees for the 11th Simon 'Mabhunu' Sabela Film and Television Awards revealed". Independent Online. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
- ^ Ramalepe, Phumi (21 July 2024). "2024 Simon Mabhunu Sabela Awards illuminate KwaZulu-Natal's cinematic brilliance and global impact". South Africa: News24. Retrieved 26 July 2024.
External links
edit- Masoja Msiza at IMDb