On the report of several news, actress Bukiwe Keva who stars as Asanda in Mzansi Magic’s telenovela Gomora has been fired from the drama.
According to City Press, close friends of the informed told the publication that the production company fired her after she failed to pitch for a shoot on set.
ALSO READ: Ayeye Makes A Return To Our Screen
“She missed a shoot and she told them that she did not come to set because she was feeling sick. She provided them with a doctor’s note which shows that she was sick on the day,” the source told the publication.“
They sent her a text on Monday saying that she must not come. It was sad because she was at home and recovering when she received the text message. She was treated unfairly, and she is devastated.”
In addressing the issue, Seriti films told Kaya FM that “Bukiwe’s contract was that of a call actor. Her character was story dependent and the storyline came to an end. Bukiwe was lovely to work with and we wish her all the best.”
Keva could not comment when she was called on Friday, and did not reply to text messages sent to her.
So what is the whole issue with being fired via Whatsapp? Was it really what they say it was?
On the same breathe, we also found it interesting that Zolisa Xaluva left Gomora. The shocking departure of Zolisa Xaluva who portrayed the much-loved character of ‘Melusi’ on Gomora, left viewers devastated.
According to various media reports, Xalusa was shown the door after not seeing eye to eye with the producers of the show, but he has finally set the record straight.
Speaking to TshisaLIVE, the actor hinted at a possible comeback. He said his current project made it difficult to kill two birds with one stone.
He revealed that writing mistakes were made and said they are looking forward to the possibility of his return.
“We decided to put a reset button on the character. Melusi drifted from being an upstanding member of society and became a philanderer. Writing mistakes were made like the character development was inconsistent with the principles and gains acquired in season 1.
“The story of his imprisonment is a chance at redemption. The departure has been amiable and we all look forward to the possibility of a return,” he told the publication.