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Day 1: The drama is erupting in Biggie's house – BBMzansi

News13 January 2025
Housemates have just arrived in these streets and it's already screaming chaos.
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The energy in the house on Monday was nothing short of electric, but Kay B and Nsuku’s showdown took over. All the sparkle and shine took a backseat when Kay B and Nsuku went head to head in a fiery confrontation that had everyone talking.

Just hours in to the house and Biggie-ville was already action packed and the girlies got into it after Kay B told Nsuku to "keep it down". The aftermath of the blow up only intensified and it left a bitter taste in the mouths of some of the housemates.

Melino, Philile, Beekay, and Nsuku quickly became the unofficial 'post-fight analysts' of the day. They spent hours dissecting every word, every gesture, and every moment of the confrontation, in an attempt to decode its deeper meaning. Was it just a clash of personalities, or was there more bubbling under the surface? One thing for sure is the showdown has shaken the atmosphere in the house.

As the drama continued to simmer in the house, Melino had a candid chat with Philile and vented his frustration, making it clear that he couldn’t shake the feeling that Kay B was trying to play the role of the house ‘boss'. He felt that anyone who doesn't agree with her would face the heat, giving cue the fiery blow up vibes, and insisting the whole situation wasn’t just about the altercation, but about power dynamics.

The altercation chatter continued to dominate the house, with Nsuku confiding in Beekay and concluded that Kay B’s lash out was a calculated move and a way for her to establish her power and assert dominance and control in the house. 

The stakes got real in the afternoon in the Umlilo house. Biggie dropped the first-ever wager task, and it’s everything art. Each housemate must show off who they are through their artistry to secure their food for the week.

The twist? Biggie instructed housemates to wager a percentage of their shopping allowance 70%, 80%, 90%, or 100%. If they nail it, that percentage will be added to their allowance. But bomb the performance, and poof it’s deducted. The new hopefuls wasted no time and wagered 100%.

With food and survival on the line, will the housemates rise to the challenge and unleash their inner creativity? Or will the pressure leave them scrambling? Either way, the creative drama is about to hit full throttle!

Big Brother Mzansi season 5 is broadcast live 24/7 on DStv channel 198, which you can stream here. Sunday eviction shows are at 18:00 on Mzansi Magic. To join the conversation on social media platforms, use the hashtag #BBMzansi and connect with us on Facebook, X,  Instagram and TikTok!

Big Brother Mzansi season 5 is proudly sponsored by headline partner LottoStar and tactical partner Robertsons Spices.