5 Interesting Facts About Uzalo’s Nokuthula Mabika

Born and raised in New Germany, Durban, Mabika is fast making a name for herself on TV. She was introduced to Uzalo viewers as Thobile, a girlfriend of Mastermind (played by Ntokozo Dlamini), KwaMashu’s famous thug. She now owns a salon on the show and has been juggling managing this venture and her dramatic personal life.

You need to read to read the following interesting facts about the gorgeous actress:

1. The actress was raised by her father with her seven siblings – by six different mothers – and was taught to be strong

2. She recently bought herself a BMW

“I always said I wanted to own a BMW so why not as my first car? It’s a message to myself to keep working hard and achieve as much as possible. It inspires me. People can say what they want about me getting such a fancy first car. I don’t care,” she explained.

3. Nokuthula has a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts and Culture ( Drama Specialization).= from the University of Zululand.]

4. She auditioned for Uzalo in 2014 during an open audition at the Market Theatre in Jozi.

“I remember that day very well. I only had enough money to attend the auditions and nothing else. I was there at 8am and only got to audition at 7 at night. I nearly gave up.”

She got the part and with Uzalo being shot in Durban, she moved back home.

5. Mabika, who started her career acting in Mzansi Magic films, says the role of Thobile is her biggest on TV. After itching for a break, it came in the form of Uzalo.