23 February 2023
Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story comes to Showmax and Showmax Pro
From humble beginnings to inspiring a nation, the deeply personal journey of Springbok and Cell C Sharks captain Siya Kolisi is set to air to all Showmax Pro subscribers on 1 March 2023 and on 6 March 2023 to all Showmax subscribers.
Directed by the award-winning Tebogo Malope, the documentary is truly a proudly South African production. Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story showcases the various hardships Kolisi faced on his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming the first-ever black rugby captain to lift the Webb Ellis Cup in 2019.
It’s yet another victory in Kolisi’s remarkable narrative, a dream that first took hold in the small, cramped home where he grew up, in Zwide in the Eastern Cape. Since then, triumph has followed triumph, culminating in the 2019 Rugby World Cup victory, but going back, and giving back, to the place where it all began.
Not only does the documentary delve into Kolisi’s improbable rise to international stardom, it also takes an unashamed look into his personal life. He shares the story of his complicated relationship with his father, his struggle with alcoholism and his journey with his wife, Rachel, in this intimate film.
Kolisi has never shied away from where he comes from and always wants to give back to the community. This might be his story, but he has said time and again that he is not a self-made man but instead credits all his success to the resources, opportunities and support from his community in Zwide.
Proceeds from Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story will be channelled back to the community and various worthy causes supported by the Kolisi family.
An enticing balance of excitement, drama, inspiration and joy, this film shows a side of Kolisi that the nation seldom sees but a side that will truly give hope to many. The started-from-the-bottom story is sure to inspire anyone who watches it. Catch it on Showmax from 6 March 2023 and on Showmax Pro from 1 March 2023.
Visit https://stories.showmax.com/what-is-showmax-pro/ to find out more and subscribe to Showmax Pro.
Why Showmax Pro?
Showmax Pro is a streaming service available for Showmax subscribers in Africa that bundles the Showmax entertainment offering with music channels, news and live sports streaming from SuperSport.
Subscribers can live stream the latest seasons of the English Premier League, LaLiga, Serie A, UEFA Europa and UEFA Conference leagues, as well as FIFA World Cup qualifiers and more.
The platform also offers a wide range of other live sports events including athletics, professional boxing, and the world’s biggest marathons.
Join the conversation on social media by following and interacting on the below pages:
Twitter: @ShowmaxPro
Instagram: @ShowmaxPro
Facebook: @ShowmaxPro
Original African stories by local talent
Empini S1
Stream the Showmax Original drama series Empini from 23 May 2024.
Original Sin: My Son The Killer
Original Sin: My Son The Killer follows the murder of Andrea Venter by Gerhard Jansen van Vuuren, who then went on the run from South Africa to Brazil.
Tracking Thabo Bester
From the makers of Devilsdorp and the director of Convict Conman comes the true-crime documentary South Africa has been waiting for. All the episodes are streaming on Showmax.
The Illuminated
The Showmax Original docuseries The Illuminated explores different religious movements in South Africa. Stream now, with new episodes every Wednesday.
Koek S1
The crime comedy Koek, starring Cindy Swanepoel, now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Thursday.
Ekhaya Backpackers S1
Stream the Showmax Original comedy series Ekhaya Backpackers. All the episodes are now streaming.
Cheta M
Cheta M explores the love story between Adanna and Nnanna, young lovers who battle the spiritual and political forces in their way. Stream now, with new episodes Wednesday to Friday.
Youngins S1
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins, with three new episodes every week.
The Real Housewives Of Lagos S2 Reunion, now streaming
ENO S2: New daughter, more chaos
The best of West Africa
Get up to date with all the drama on Flawsome S2
From shocking revelations to unexpected turns, the drama continues in season 2 of the Nigerian Showmax Original Flawsome, now streaming on Showmax.
Nigerian Idol S9 to stream on Showmax this April
Season 9 of the popular reality TV singing competition Nigerian Idol will be available to stream from 22 April on Showmax.
Must-watch AMVCA-nominated shows on Showmax
Stream AMVCA-nominated shows including Wura, The Real Housewives of Lagos S2 and more, now streaming on Showmax.
Showmax’s Freemen highlights the origin story of Nnewi’s most successful businessmen
The Showmax Original documentary Freemen highlights how Nnewi breeds successful businessmen like Dr Alex Chika Okafor and Dr Cosmas Maduka. All the episodes for Freemen are available to stream.