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Which clan would you be? – Shaka iLembe
Mthethwa? Ndwandwe? Zulu? The Shaka Gold carpet stars share their thoughts on which clan they'd belong to.
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Rapid fire questions – Shaka iLembe
What is the first thing they do when they get to set? Who is the first person they call about good news? The Shaka iLembe cast answers rapid fire questions.
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Which character are you most like? – Shaka iLembe
Your favourites from Shaka iLembe reveal which characters they resonate with the most.
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Creating Shaka iLembe season 2
Go behind the scenes of Shaka iLembe to watch how the show is crafted with pride and purpose. From 50 000 bundles of grass to 6 844 G-strings, attention to detail is the order of the day when creating this epic historical drama.
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Snippets from the show
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It’s do or die – Shaka iLembe
The stakes couldn’t be higher for the Zulu. Shaka devises a strategy aimed at catching the Ndwandwe clan off guard.
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The heart of a king – Shaka iLembe
Ntombazi visits an enigmatic ally to find out why her family died in battle. Will he give her the answers she seeks?
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Liyana drops a bomb – Shaka iLembe
The tension between Liyana and Shaka reaches a breaking point when she reveals life-changing news that challenges the very foundation of their relationship.
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The Khumalo join Shaka – Shaka iLembe
Mzilikazi, king of the Khumalo, lays down his spear, bends the knee, and tells Shaka he is prepared to join him. Will Shaka accept?
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The making of season 2
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The making of Shaka iLembe: Stunts and visual effects
Making history real. Dive into the spectacle of Shaka iLembe's visual effects and action scenes.
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The making of Shaka iLembe: Music and language
Telling the story of the Zulu nation includes respecting the richness and history of the language. Go behind the scenes as the cast and crew discuss the importance and challenge of tackling the Zulu scripts. Also, learn more about recounting history through the series's deeply moving and significant music.
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The making of Shaka iLembe: Cast, crew, wardrobe, and set design
From auditions and the characters' growth to the sets, costumes, locations, and lights, dive into the magic of making Shaka's world come alive.
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The making of Shaka iLembe: Izinwele
Go behind the scenes with hair and makeup designer Queen Motlatle as she discusses the relevance of hair, colour, and accessories to the clans' identities and the characters' stories and backgrounds.
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The making of Shaka iLembe: Relationships
Uncover the vision, the tears, and the triumphs of Shaka iLembe's second season. Go behind the senes with the storytellers and cast of this epic show.
Trailers
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It’s not over yet – Shaka iLembe
Relive the intense battles and emotional moments that shape the destiny of a legendary figure. Catch up on the captivating episodes of Shaka iLembe season 2 exclusively on DStv Stream.
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Watch the Shaka iLembe season 2 finale
An epic second season concludes with the ultimate face off between the Zulu and the Ndwandwe. Watch Shaka iLembe season 2 episode 12 on Sunday 31 August at 20:00 on Mzansi Magic.
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Victory at all costs – Shaka iLembe
The Zulu and Ndwandwe up the stakes as all-out war looms on the horizon. Watch the final two episodes of Shaka iLembe season 2 on Sunday 24 and 31 August at 20:00 on Mzansi Magic.
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A mysterious mission – Shaka iLembe
Nandi has an important mission. How will it affect Shaka? Watch Shaka iLembe season 2 on Sundays at 20:00 on Mzansi Magic.
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