Nomzamo Mbatha
Nomzamo Mbatha
Nomzamo Mbatha (born 13 July 1990) is a South African actress, television personality, presenter, and businesswoman. She is known for her roles as Thandeka Khumalo on the Mzansi Magic telenovela "Isibaya" and as Nala in the 2019 film "The Lion King". Mbatha has also hosted several television shows, including "All Access Mzansi" and "The Voice South Africa".
In addition to her acting and television work, Mbatha is also a successful businesswoman. She founded the Nomzamo Mbatha Foundation, which is a non-profit organization that provides scholarships to young South African students. She is also the founder of the Nomzamo Mbatha Beauty Range, which is a line of cosmetics and skincare products.
Early Life Nomzamo Mbatha was born on July 13, 1990, in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Her parents are Mangaliso Mbatha and Mildred Mtshali. She has two older sisters named Sibongile and Zamokuhle. Mbatha grew up in a poor family and often had to rely on government assistance to make ends meet. She attended KwaMashu High School and matriculated in 2008.
Career Mbatha's career began in 2010 when she was crowned Miss Teen South Africa. She went on to represent South Africa at the Miss World pageant in 2012, where she placed in the top 30. After the Miss World competition, Mbatha moved to Johannesburg to pursue a career in acting.
In 2013, Mbatha landed her first major acting role in the Mzansi Magic telenovela "Isibaya". She played the role of Thandeka Khumalo, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. The role earned Mbatha critical acclaim and a nomination for a Golden Horn Award for Best Actress in a Telenovela.
In 2016, Mbatha made her international film debut in the superhero film "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice". She played the role of Senator Anatoli Knyazev, a Russian politician who is allied with Lex Luthor. The film was a commercial success, grossing over $870 million worldwide.
In 2017, Mbatha starred in the romantic comedy film "The Wedding Party 2". The film was a box office success, grossing over $30 million worldwide. Mbatha's performance in the film earned her a nomination for a Golden Horn Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Film.
In 2019, Mbatha voiced the character of Nala in the Disney remake of "The Lion King". The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $1.6 billion worldwide. Mbatha's performance in the film was praised by critics and audiences alike.
In addition to her acting work, Mbatha has also hosted several television shows. In 2015, she hosted the Mzansi Magic reality competition "All Access Mzansi". In 2017, she hosted the first season of "The Voice South Africa".
Awards and Nominations
- 2010: Miss Teen South Africa - Winner
- 2012: Miss World - Top 30
- 2014: Golden Horn Awards - Nominated for Best Actress in a Telenovela
- 2017: Golden Horn Awards - Nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy Film
- 2019: People's Choice Awards - Nominated for Favorite Female Movie Star
Other Ventures In addition to her acting and television work, Mbatha is also a successful businesswoman. In 2017, she founded the Nomzamo Mbatha Foundation, which is a non-profit organization that provides scholarships to young South African students. She is also the founder of the Nomzamo Mbatha Beauty Range, which is a line of cosmetics and skincare products.
Personal Life Mbatha is currently engaged to actor Shawn Rodriques. The couple has one child together, a son named Phoenix. Mbatha is a vocal advocate for women's rights and gender equality. She is also a supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement.
