Empini S1-2
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Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.
What if the comrades who raised you secretly orchestrated the murder of your father for their own political gain?
When a hot-headed Ndoni suspects her father’s death was at the hands of his best friend, she embarks on a politically charged journey to clear his name and uncover the government conspiracies surrounding his murder.
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi was named Best Actress at the 2024 National Film and Television Awards as Ndoni. She stars alongside Mpumi Mpama as Khaya Bhodoza, with SAFTA winner Charmaine Mtinta as her mother and Ernest Ndlovu as Deputy President Enoch.
Empini Season 2 is produced by Crystal Pics TV. All the episodes for Empini S1 are ready to binge-watch on Showmax and Season 2 is now streaming with new episodes every Tuesday.
Meet the cast of Empini
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi as Ndoni
Ndoni Themba is a deeply troubled private security bodyguard in search of answers.
Ernest Ndlovu as Enoch Mbatha
Legendary actor Ernest Ndlovu plays Deputy President Enoch Mbatha in Empini, only on Showmax.
Mpumi Mpama as Khaya Bhodoza: S2
Mpumi Mpama takes on the role of Khaya Bhodoza in Season 2 of Empini, now streaming on Showmax
Owen Sejake as General: S1
General Moeti is a powerful political figure who wants to run for Deputy President in Season 1 of Empini.
Angela Sithole as Winnie
Winnie Bhodoza is the wife of Khaya Bhodoza and will do everything to ensure that the Bhodoza name remains clean in the public eye.
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Nambitha Ben-Mazwi talks about returning to her award-winning role as Ndoni in Empini S2, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.
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Meet Ndoni Themba, who makes it her life’s mission to repay her father’s betrayal by infiltrating the shady world of VIP security.
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