Mzansi Magic is set to reveal the exciting world of maskandi music with the launch of its new reality show Kings of Maskandi. Maskandi artists Sibusiso Mkhize, Nelisani Mseleku, Sakhiseni Mseleku and Khulekani Shongwe took a knock during lockdown, but now they’re making a comeback and reviving their careers.

The show premieres on DStv Channel 161 on Wednesday, 3 May, 2023. It will provide DStv Compact viewers with an in-depth look at the lives of these maskandi artists, and explore the competition that arises in the changing world order where popularity rules.

Kings of Maskandi will give unique insight into their lives, both on and off-stage.

The show will highlight the passion and drive of the acts, and explore the culture and music of maskandi.

It will also delve into their personal lives and how they navigate fulfilling their obligations for the success of their craft.

“This show explores the essence of Maskandi music, a genre that is widely enjoyed by diverse music lovers, especially ” says Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net.

“Viewers will see the passion and dedication of these incredibly talented maskandi artists and witness their struggles and triumphs as they navigate their way through the music industry. Kings of Maskandi is an outstanding addition to our existing and growing library of reality shows. We believe that it will bring much-needed diversion to our audience as we reflect on our shared experience during the pandemic,” concludes Adonisi.

Maskandi music is the kind of music that is always telling a story… be it about love, social well-being or a song composed about any other situations we encounter in life. The difference between this and other genres is that the sound of the guitar dominates, and the fact that it is sung in an indigenous language.”

Can these artists go back to their glory days and reclaim their livelihoods? Tune in to see!

Different industries have been affected in different ways and artists have especially struggled because they were not able to perform and make a living.

Nelisani and Sakhiseni Mseleku are just some the stars on Kings of Maskandi, a show that will reveal the intricate and exciting world of Maskandi music.

They are joined by other Maskandi artists, Sibusiso Mkhize and Khulekani Shongwe. They were all knocked down by the Covid-19 pandemic, but they are making a comeback and putting everything they’ve got into reviving their careers.

As they embark on their performing careers with limited resources post-Covid-19, Mzansi Magic viewers will witness what truly makes them unique.

Shirley Adonisi, director of local entertainment channels at M-Net says they are excited about the show.

Viewers will see the passion and dedication of these incredibly talented Maskandi artists and witness their struggles and triumphs as they navigate their way through the music industry. Kings of Maskandi is an outstanding addition to our existing and growing library of reality shows. We believe that it will bring much-needed diversion to our audience as we reflect on our shared experience during the pandemic,” she adds.

The show will highlight the passion and drive of the acts and explore the culture and music of Maskandi. It will also delve into their personal lives and how they navigate fulfilling their obligations for the success of their craft.

Now viewers get to see if these artists go back to their glory days and reclaim their livelihoods.

Kings of Maskandi will air on Mzansi Magic DStv channel 161 from Wednesday 3 May at 8pm.