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Meet the all-star cast of SABC2's new telenovela ‘Pimville’
The Star
|November 21, 2025
BAKWENA Productions and SABC 2 revealed the star-studded cast for the new telenovela series Pimville, on one of their set locations, entertainment venue Pianohub in Pimville.
The telenovela is slated for an early release in 2026 and replaces the now-cancelled Muvhango.
Pimville brings together an all-star cast of celebrated South African talent, making one wonder what the budget was when it came to the cast, which comprises Gail Mabalane, Matli Mohapeloa, Thapelo Mokoena, Keke Mphuthi, Mondli Makhoba, Michelle Mosalakae, Fulu Modibedi, Clementine Mosimane, Jesse Suntele, Eve Rasimeni, Sipho Ndlovu, Mandla Gaduka, Thabo Malema, Charmaine Mtinta and Lillian Dube.
Mabalane portrays Phello Mohapi, a strong-willed woman navigating love, betrayal, and survival in the heart of Soweto.
"I play the character of detective Phello Mohapi on SABC2's Pimville, an exciting character. I get to dive into the world of the men and women in uniform. It's an extremely, I'd say not only humbling but also empowering journey because you get to see the challenges, the roller coaster ride that cops go on.
This story is from the November 21, 2025 edition of The Star.
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