Brand ambassador Mihlali Ndamase recently appeared on the new Showmax original, Unfollowed, hosted by Thembisile Mrototo. However, her interview received backlash from social media spectators who believed that she did not qualify to be part of the show.
Mihlali Ndamase, once a beloved influencer, has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately, including openly dating a married man, Leeroy Sidambe. In an effort to address the controversy surrounding her cancellation by Mzansi, she participated in a candid interview with Thembisile Mrototo.
However, X user @Alulu25 expressed disappointment in the interview, stating, “They are just interviewing anyone now. Mihlali is not canceled. He must interview the likes of Nambitha and Vathiswa who are canceled by the industry itself. We need to hear their stories, they need the platform to talk!”
Many other X users echoed @Alulu25’s sentiments, arguing that Mihlali Ndamase was not worthy of being on the show. @Nothy_M agreed, saying, “Very true, we need real canceled people. Mihlali is not canceled, let alone for indoda.”
@JustMKKN explained, “It’s not necessarily celebrities that have been canceled, but also those who either faced the threat of being canceled or were canceled to some extent (e.g., lost work/popularity because of the event/s).”
@DoesHappen added, “Mihlali is definitely not as popular since that relationship. People keep up with her more for gossip.” @Billa_bonga warned, “This is true and important. We mustn’t be fed bubblegum because it’s going to take away from the crux of the show.” @SiweMahlobo agreed, “Honestly, even that Zoe episode was unnecessary.”
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@TaMos59534027 weighed in, stating, “We’re giving homewreckers a platform. She left the industry and went after money. No one canceled her.”
Is she unfollowed though? 🙄
— Papta Snr. (@NkosazanaFather) October 3, 2023
Akere she hasn’t been trending in a long time ,remember she used to trend every month for breathing
— Emma_Tsebe (@Emma_Tsebe) October 3, 2023
That’s so true Mzondi, they need to interview sis Vathiswa and sis Nandipa as well mama Mara Louw……
— Fezz Wamampela (@fezz_wamampela) October 3, 2023
After the Nonhle interview felt like he was interviewing someone he absolutely adored 😭😭the way he was smiling and laughing 😭😭awao Thembi . First episodes were great bo Mo / phat
— Mshengu🦅 (@kayytheestallio) October 4, 2023
I think they just want to maintain viewership. We were waiting for the likes of Jub Jub but it seems they are keeping them for the last few episodes or even for second season.
— Rumap (@runyararom) October 4, 2023
While Mihlali Ndamase’s interview on Unfollowed may have stirred up controversy and divided opinions, it has sparked a larger conversation about who should be given a platform to share their stories. The cancelation culture has become prevalent in the entertainment industry, and it is important to distinguish between those who have been genuinely canceled and those who have faced consequences for their actions.
