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Explore The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad’s Power Moms

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Fresh off the success of The Mommy Club and The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice, The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad is set to bring Jacaranda City to life like never before.

The third instalment of the franchise will showcase five powerhouse moms who are redefining the art of balancing parenting, power, and prestige – all while leaning on their close-knit families to raise the next generation.

Produced by franchise creators POP24, The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad introduces a bold, dynamic cast of Afrikaans women who aren’t afraid to show their vulnerability: Ansu Viljoen, Crystal Van Der Burgh, Johandri Johnson, Louise Volschenk, and Tessa Tullues. 

This season offers a front-row seat to the lives of these extraordinary mothers as they navigate the complexities of raising heirs, managing marriages, and juggling their glamorous lifestyles.

The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad premieres on Showmax on 14 March 2025.

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Vote for Your Favorite Comedian at the Savanna Comedy Awards 2025

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Get ready for a night of laughter, legends, and a little bit of chaos (the good kind) as we unveil the powerhouse duo steering the comedy ship at the 12th Annual Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards: none other than Nina Hastie and Carvin H Goldstone.

These two comedy titans will take the stage as your hosts, armed with razor-sharp wit, undeniable charm, and a talent for keeping audiences on their toes (and in stitches). With Nina’s fearless, no holds barred humour and Carvin’s storytelling genius, we’re in for an unforgettable night at The Lyric Theatre on Saturday, 12 April 2025.

A night like this deserves an epic cast, and in addition to our amazing MCs, we’re delivering just that. Bringing the funny are some of SA’s top comedic talents, including:

  • Mashabela Galane – The king of vernac comedy, ready to drop punchlines that’ll have you gasping for air.
  • Kagiso KG Mokgadi – His deadpan delivery is sharper than your grandma’s tongue on a Sunday morning.
  • Céline Tshika – Serving laughs, class, and a side of absolute sass.
  • Mel Jones – A comedic powerhouse with stories so relatable, you’ll wonder if she’s been spying on your life.
  • Thabiso Mhlongo – A fresh voice with fresh takes and a knack for turning the mundane into the hilarious.
  • Bexta – Bringing the heat with fast-paced, punchline-packed stand-up.

And many more still to be announced!

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Mike White Discusses The White Lotus: Fresh Storylines in Season 3

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With new episodes of The White Lotus hitting Showmax and M-Net every Monday, Jim Halterman caught up with Mike White to find out more about writing, directing and executive producing the hit HBO show, which has won 15 Emmys so far and has already been renewed for a fourth season. 

Why Thailand this season?

Originally, I wanted to shoot in Japan. I’ve spent more time there and I just had a vision for doing it in Japan. 

Then we got to Thailand and obviously it’s such a lovely country and the people charmed us. Then I had a weird experience where I got very sick with some kind of bronchitis and they put me on a nebuliser, which I’d never been on before, and it kept me awake for 48 hours. In those 48 hours, the whole season came to me, so after I got better, I came to the producers and said, “I think I just came up with the season and it’s in Thailand.’ 

Obviously, Japan is amazing and it would be incredible to shoot there, but it turned out to be such a great decision to shoot in Thailand and very life changing.

I’ve read a lot of Buddhism in my life for whatever reason, so the idea that Season 3 would be in a Buddhist country and grapple with some of the concepts of the Buddhist religion excited me. 

How do you keep The White Lotus feeling fresh each season? 

For the show to feel fresh, it needs to either expand or shift or change. The first season was a lot about privilege and a kind of upstairs/downstairs thing with the employees and the guests and the comedy of that. And then, when we were in Italy [for Season 2], the theme was more about sex and the dynamic between men and women. This season is dealing with more religion and spirituality and God, so the show itself and the kind of stories that these characters are facing are a little bit more existential and tragic. 

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Dis-Chem Life: Making Life Insurance Simple, Affordable & Rewarding for those with Chronic Conditions

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Dis-Chem invited me to the launch of their new Dis-Chem Life Insurance, which was held at the Campus in Bryanston, Johannesburg.

Have a look at the video below:

Let’s be real—life insurance has always been a bit of a grudge buy. Complicated, expensive, and only really coming into play when something goes wrong. But Dis-Chem is changing the game! With the launch of Dis-Chem Life, they’re bringing affordable, flexible, and hassle-free life cover to South Africans, making sure that no one is left behind—especially those living with chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and HIV.

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Watch E! Live From The Red Carpet: Oscars 2025

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Hollywood’s biggest night is almost here, and E! is rolling out the red carpet for the 97th Academy Awards. Airing live on Sunday, 2 March 2025 at 23:00 (CAT) on E! (DStv 124), E! Live From The Red Carpet: Oscars 2025 will give viewers an exclusive front-row seat to the exciting buildup, the unforgettable fashion, and the star-studded arrivals.

Directly after E! Live From The Red Carpet: Oscars 2025, viewers can also tune into Red Carpet Rundown: Oscars 2025. In this 30-minute special, the hosts will provide behind-the-scenes insights, offering an entertaining and informative dive into the world of red-carpet fashion. Packed with interviews and insider details, the episode is sure to set the stage for a night filled with style and sophistication.

On Sunday 2 March, the E! hosts will be on the ground at the prestigious Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, capturing every dazzling moment as cinema’s brightest stars make their grand entrances. With on-camera interviews and live reactions, the E! special programming will give fans an insider’s look at Hollywood’s most celebrated stars.

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