Uzalo replaces Omuhle Gela (Nomaswazi Magwaza)

Actress Fanele Ntuli has replaced Omuhle Gela, who played the role of Nomaswazi Magwaza on Uzalo.

Omuhle left the show following a disagreement about her contract conditions.

Fanele (31) from Durban, KZN, said that replacing Omuhle is a big deal for her.

“Replacing someone on a TV show is not easy, especially someone who is talented like Omuhle. It’s really big shoes for me to fill,” said Fanele.

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She said as much as she gets nervous on set, she tries to pull herself together.

“The thing is that I don’t want people to remember someone else when they see me. It’s challenging. I need to impress both producers and fans. As an artist, I guess, so far, I’m doing it,” said Fanele.

She is known as Dr Zondo on Durban Gen, which airs on e.tv and is currently on holiday break.

The two characters are different, but I can somehow relate to them.

“I believe that I’m a go-getter. I hope that I nail Nomaswazi’s role and viewers are enjoying what they see,” said Fanele, who also revealed her acting journey started in theatre.