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New film roles, baby joy, fresh TV gigs, and a cancelled tour: here’ s what’ s making the entertainment headlines.
FRANCES GOES GLOBAL
Cape Town-born actress Frances Sholto-Douglas is adding two international productions to her growing resume. Known for Netflix’ s The Kissing Booth franchise and Fatal Seduction, the University of Cape Town graduate has also appeared in Black Mirror, Troy: Fall of a City, and Boy Kills World. Her 2026 credits include playing Danni Freeman in sci-fi drama This Is How the World Ends and Sarah in horror comedy Buzzkill. Sholto-Douglas continues to build her international profile.
AYANDA’ S BABY JOY AT 40 SOMIZI TAKES ON LOVE
JILL SCOTT CALLS OFF SA TOUR
TV personality and businesswoman Ayanda Thabethe is preparing to welcome her third child and first daughter. In a recent Instagram post, the former Top Billing presenter reflected on motherhood at 40 and her gratitude for her growing family.
Somizi Mhlongo is bringing his signature flair to S3 with a presenting gig on Ask a Man, the television adaptation of Metro FM’ s popular relationship feature. Joining him are Quinton“ Naked DJ” Masina and Vafa Naraghi, as the trio tackle love, dating, heartbreak, and marriage. Expect opinions, humour, and lively conversation as they unpack familiar relationship challenges.
South African fans hoping to experience Jill Scott’ s soulful vocals live will have to make other plans. The American singer has cancelled her highly anticipated November concerts in Pretoria and Cape Town have been cancelled, disappointing fans who were looking forward to hearing her timeless hits. Ticket holders can apply for refunds through the relevant platforms.
KHANYI MBAU: TIME TO WORK
After taking 2026 at her own pace, actress and media personality Khanyi Mbau is ready to get back into the spotlight. Reflecting on the year, she described it as a party, explaining that taking a break from work allows life to happen beyond the demands of the entertainment industry. But 2027 is shaping up differently, with Khanyi promising plenty of projects and more screen time across networks. IB
8 INBOUND SA / NOVEMBER 2026