Kagiso Modupe And Bakwena Productions In Hot Water Over Unpaid Salaries

The recent premiere of the much-anticipated show ‘Pound 4 Pound’ on September 29 brought excitement to fans, featuring well-known personalities like Enhle Mbali, Mduduzi Mabaso, and Gabisile Tshablala.

However, amidst the buzz, a troubling issue has emerged: unpaid salaries for the crew who worked on the production. Reports suggest that the production company, Bakwena Productions, has not compensated their crew since September 25.

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Unpaid Wages Cause Crew Outrage

According to sources close to the production team, frustrations are running high as crew members await payment for their hard work. Many crew members were assured that salaries would be processed and delivered by September 30, yet a lack of communication has left them feeling ignored.

One crew member stated, “The production company muted us from complaining, which only fueled our anger. We were not being heard, and that was upsetting for everyone involved.” The overall feeling of exclusion and lack of transparency has raised serious concerns about the production’s management.

Kagiso Modupe Responds to the Situation

In a voice note released on October 2, actor Kagiso Modupe attempted to address the growing concerns regarding payment delays. He cited issues with BET’s payment processes, indicating that funds need to undergo international approvals before reaching them.

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According to Modupe, “The channel has its own processes of how it operates. We’ve been promised that the money should be coming in this week.” However, other sources reveal a different narrative, suggesting that Bakwena Productions is also grappling with their financial obligations.

This situation casts a shadow over what should have been a celebratory launch of ‘Pound 4 Pound’ and raises critical questions about the treatment of crew members in the industry. As more information surfaces, both the actors and crew alike await a resolution to this pressing issue.