In a surprising revelation, the talented actor and artist known as Sjava, whose real name is Jabulani Hadebe, recently disclosed his earnings on the popular Mzansi Magic series, Shaka Ilembe.
According to Sjava, he earned a whopping R70,000 per episode for his portrayal of a king on the show. Talk about living like royalty!
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But that’s not all. Sjava also shared that during his time on the hit series Zone 14, he earned R10,000 per episode. It seems like he’s had quite the journey in the television industry, going from one successful show to another.
Fans were naturally curious about Sjava’s earnings, and one of them, @CdurraDaRuler_, asked him about his Zone 14 days. Sjava didn’t hold back and confirmed that he indeed earned R10,000 per episode during that time.
Another fan, @KhutsoMatlamela, was curious about his earnings on Shaka Ilembe, and Sjava didn’t shy away from revealing that he earned a staggering R70,000 per episode for his role.
The revelations caught the attention of Skeem Saam actor Hungani Ndlovu, who expressed surprise at the concept of actors being paid per episode in South Africa. He questioned how it worked, suggesting that it might be more common to be paid on a daily rate. It’s always interesting to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of the entertainment industry.
Unfortunately, Sjava was unavailable for comment when The South African reached out to him. Nevertheless, his impressive earnings on Shaka Ilembe and Zone 14 are a testament to his talent and the value he brings to the screen.
Sjava’s portrayal of iNkosi YamaHlubi on Shaka Ilembe has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on audiences. With his talent and success, it’s clear that Sjava is a force to be reckoned with in both the acting and music worlds.
