Empini (TV series)

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Empini
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Genre Drama
Written by
  • Zaba Leroto Hlatshwayo (HW.)
  • Byron Abrahams
  • Linda Bere
  • Nonzi Bogatsu
  • Vanishia Kisten
  • Thabo Kolatsoeu
  • Lurdes Laice
  • Tony Miyambo
  • Sasha Stokes
Directed by
  • Menga Nhlabathi
  • Sibusiso Phakathi
  • Zimkhitha Maseko
  • Eric Mogale
Starring
ComposerModia Shole
Country of originSouth Africa
Original languages
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes104
Production
Executive producers
  • Marc Jury
  • Nomsa Philiso
  • Nicola van Niekerk
  • Nomusa Nzima
  • Khayelihle Dominique Gumede
  • Clive Morris
  • Pamela Morris
CinematographyLesiba Teffo
Editors
  • David Gordon
  • Vanishia Kisten
Running time20-23 minutes
Original release
Network Showmax
Release23 May 2024 (2024-05-23)

Empini is a 2024 South African Showmax Original television drama. The series was executive produced by Marc Jury, Nomsa Philiso, Nicola van Niekerk, Nomusa Nzima, Khayelihle Dominique Gumede, Clive Morris, and Pamela Morris. It stars Siyabonga Thwala, Mpumi Mpama, Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, Amahle Khumalo, Angela Sithole, Joseph Sedibo, Ernest Ndlovu, Sparky Xulu, and Sello Motloung as the main cast. [1]

Contents

Series overview

Each episode in season 1 was released twice on Thursday, and each episode in season 2 was released twice on Tuesday.

SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
First releasedLast released
1 52May 23, 2024 (2024-05-23)November 14, 2024 (2024-11-14)
2 52March 4, 2025 (2025-03-04)August 26, 2025 (2025-08-26)

Season 1 (2024)

Empini tells the story of a hot-headed Ndoni, who suspects her father's death was at the hands of his best friend, Khaya Bhodoza. She embarks on a politically charged journey to clear his name and uncover the government conspiracies surrounding his murder. [2]

Season 2 (2025)

In the season, how far is she willing to go for revenge? A vengeful daughter, Ndoni, makes it her mission to repay her father's betrayal. Ndoni infiltrates the shady world of VIP security to face her enemies and fulfill her duty. [3]

Cast and character

Premiere and release

On 30 April 2024, Showmax Stories announced that Empini would premiere on 23 May, as part of its list of what to watch on Showmax in May 2024. [10] On 23 May 2024, the series premiered with two episodes released every Thursday. [11]

Reception

On 27 May 2024, YoMzansi named Empini its TV Show of the Week. [12]

References

  1. "Showmax's Action-Packed Original Series". DSTV. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
  2. "Empini is now streaming on Showmax". Urban Lifestyle. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  3. "Why should people watch Season 2 of Empini?". Mmegi Online. 20 March 2025. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  4. Dladla, Zibuyile (22 January 2025). "Mpumi Mpama makes the role of Khaya Bhodoza his own in Empini". Showmax Stories. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
  5. "Nambitha Ben-Mazwi chats about landing a lead role on Showmax's 'Empini'". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  6. Ngqabe, Xabiso (3 July 2024). "Angela Sithole on her role in the Showmax Original drama series Empini". Showmax Stories. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
  7. Dladla, Zibuyile (4 February 2025). "Ernest Ndlovu on Empini Season 2: The dark side of politics". Showmax Stories. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
  8. Lesemane, Lineo. "'This is what art is about' – Legendary actor Owen Sejake on his General role on 'Empini'". The Citizen. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  9. Mochele, Samantha (10 May 2024). "Nqobile Sipamla joins Showmax's Empini". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  10. "What to watch on Showmax in May 2024". Showmax Stories. 30 April 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  11. Manci, Yanga (13 May 2024). "Showmax Original Empini drops first trailer and reveals star-". Entertainment South Africa. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
  12. "Drama and Action in new Showmax series 'Empini'". YOMZANSI. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2025.