“Love and Hip Hop South Africa” has finally made its screen debut, much to the delight of staunch lovers of the US franchise, which includes Atlanta, Miami, Hollywood, and New York.
For the first time, the franchise is stepping outside of America and South Africa is the perfect option considering the country’s rich hip-hop culture.
Some of the biggest stars are hip-hop artists and while the debate on whether “hip-hop is dead or alive” is ongoing, there is no denying the relevance of SA hip-hop.
For the first season of “Love and Hip Hop South Africa” an all-star cast, featuring newcomers and OGs has been assembled, offering a bit of everything in terms of the hip-hop scene in Mzansi.
Leading the cast are Mzansi’s a hip hop recording artist and record producer Da L.E.S, aka “The North God”, award-winning hip hop star Gigi Lamayne and “Utatakho” hitmaker Yanga Chief, South African Music Award winner for Best Hip Hop Album Shane Eagle along with his leading lady Nicole “Nikki” Swartz.
Hip hop culturalist and broadcaster DJ Speedsta and Motswako First Lady, Fifi Cooper, sensational starlet Money Badoo and rapper, singer, and songwriter J Molley all form part of the 13-episode series.
This cast is no stranger to controversy, so they are fully aware of what they have signed up for being a part of the show which can be a tad ratchet.
Before the show’s premiere, IOL Entertainment sat for an exclusive interview with the entire cast, except DJ Speedsta, who was in Cape Town and did not attend the launch party.
J Molley admits that it was scary at first having the cameras with 20 people watching during filming but he managed to cope and be vulnerable.
Being a huge mental health advocate, because of his own struggles Molley shared that he wouldn’t be watching the show and will be avoiding social media to protect his space.
However, in the chat, he was reminded that it might be a challenge when it comes to the reunion episode.
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