M-Net denies reports of cancelling Gqeberha: The Empire

M-Net denies reports of canceling Gqeberha: The Empire. Over the past couple of days, it was rumored that the telenovela will be canceled after the first season due to a lack of funds and poor treatment of actors.

An actor spoke to Zimoja, disclosing their sufferings.

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“There have been more bad things happening on this production than good. We have tried to cover up the mess but it is too much now. Actors are underpaid and some starve on set,” says the source.

According to TshishaLIVE, M-Net confirmed that the show which replaced The Queen is going nowhere.

“The channel can confirm that Gqeberha: The Empire is scheduled to remain on air for the foreseeable future. Plans are in progress for the next season, further details will be communicated in due course.”

“Mzansi Magic has just been made aware of the allegations of mistreatment of cast. We take such allegations seriously and we will be reaching out to the production house to verify the same.

M-Net’s telenovela Legacy comes to an end in September

Legacy fans will have to find alternate drama to add to their evening TV viewing come September. M-Net has confirmed that its popular local telenovela will not be renewed for a third season. Shooting will continue until the end of this month and episodes will air until the end of September.

M-Net said the channel would be exploring new avenues to cater for viewers’ evolving desire for limited series.
Our viewership surveys guide us to adapt our content to the evolving needs of our customers,” said Nomsa Philiso, executive head of programming at MultiChoice Group.

“The success of our local strategy depends on how well we tune into what our customers would like to see on their screens.”

She said M-Net and Tshedza Productions were aligned on the change in strategic direction and would be managing the impact on cast and crew. Phathu Makwarela and Gwydion Beynon, co-owners of Tshedza Productions said: “The entities have a long-standing working relationship and will continue collaborating on projects such as the award-winning ‘The River’ which has just been renewed for season 5.

“Working with M-Net channel 101 has always been a dream for us as a company, and we thank the channel for their incredible support and encouragement in bringing ‘Legacy’ to life. All our writers, crew members and actors have poured their hearts and souls into this project,” they said.