Actor Joseph Sedibo, a Duma Ndlovu Academy graduate, says working with the late Mpho Sebeng was an honour. Sedibo describes Sebeng as a talented and funny young man.
A great stunt man
“He was one of the people on my prayer list that I have always wanted to work with, so when that happened, I was ecstatic. He was such a great demonstrator, especially when it came to all the stunts we did. Mpho taught me so many stunt techniques. He facilitated most of the stunts that viewers will see between him and me,” said Sedibo.
Sedibo, who is part of the new Showmax series titled 016FM, said that he always wanted his first big show to be in Sotho. This is because because he speaks Sotho.
“I also wanted to be a part of 016FM because of how it represents the Vaal pop culture. The Vaal does not have a story out there. And I believe the Vaal has a story that South Africans need to hear.”
Extreme opposites with his on-screen character
He plays the character of DJ Tsietsi, and he says they are worlds apart because his character is shy and reserved. “I am loud and energetic. And I am more confident in my own skin than him. He (DJ Tsietsi) is such an awkward person. However, I do relate to some of his experiences, like losing a parent and being very much independent.”
Sedibo said that working with seasoned actors made him work harder. Sello Motloung and Nthati Moshesh are cast as his on-screen parents. And as a result, he knew he had to bring his A-game.
Learnt the importance of rehearsals
“They are such professionals. What I also really enjoyed about working with the two is how passionate they are about going beyond the script. Plus, they really take rehearsals seriously.
“I realised the difference between us younger actors and them is that before they go on set they will rehearse many times. They have taught me the importance of rehearsing until it feels right. By doing so, going on set and doing a scene with them goes so much quicker. They rehearse like no one’s business. When it comes to Nthati, Sello and Sophie Ndaba, you will work, you will rehearse.”
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