Nomzamo Mbatha
| Nomzamo Mbatha | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Nomzamo Nonzwakazi Nxumalo Mbatha 13 July 1990 KwaMashu, Northwest Durban, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2012-present |
Nomzamo Mbatha is a South African actress and model.[1] In 2015, she starred in a romantic comedy film, Tell Me Sweet Something, and got an Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role nomination at the 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Personal life
She attended Bechet High School in Durban, then proceeded to study at the University of Cape Town and University of South Africa, graduating with a bachelor's degree in Commerce and Accounting.[2] In March 2016, she lost her sister.[3] According to BellaNaija, she's in a relationship with Maps Maponyane.[4]
Career
Mbatha's rise to fame started after she made it to the finals in the MTV Base VJ search in 2012. Although, she didn't win, she made the top three and was in the spotlight after the contest. In 2014, she was featured as one of the sexiest South Africans according to Sowetan Live.[5] During a radio interview with Bonang Matheba, she explained that she is only interested in challenging roles.[6] She also revealed that she will acquire the rights to a book then adapt into a film.[7]
Filmography
- Isibaya
- Close up
- Umlilo
- Tell Me Sweet Something
- The Jakes are Missing
Accolades
- 2013 Drum rising star award (won)
- 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards - Best actress in a leading role (nomination)
References
- ↑ Karishma Thakurdin (22 April 2016). "Nomzamo Mbatha survives being held at gunpoint in armed robbery". timeslive.co.za. Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "Nomzamo Mbatha biography". Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "Nomzamo Mbatha's family heartbreak". Kyle Zeeman. 24 March 2016. Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "South African Actress Nomzamo Mbatha is "Strong, Smart, Sexy & In Love" Confirms her Relationship with Steven". bellanaija.com. 26 May 2016. Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "Up Close and Personal With … Nomzamo Mbatha". 18 Aug 2014. Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "Nomzamo Mbatha on choosing her roles: I don't take fluffy characters". zalebs.com. Retrieved 12 June 2016.
- ↑ "Nomzamo Mbatha sets her eyes on the business side of film-making". timeslive.co.za. Retrieved 12 June 2016.