Actor Bongani Maseko, known for his roles in Generations: The Legacy and House of Zwide, recently trended on social media after being seen dining at a restaurant in the township.
Previously, Maseko featured on the SABC1 soap alongside former Generations: The Legacy actor Mpho Molepo, who portrayed Kabisi Moroka.
The actor is also known for his work next to celebrated actor Patrick Ndlovu in Zone 14, where Ndlovu played Ntate Moloi on the hit SABC1 drama.
Social media user YourBoiShu shared a video on his X account featuring the actor enjoying a meal in the township on 5 May 2026.
“What’s happening with South African actors, guys?” he captioned the clip.
Reactions from South Africans on the actor’s video
@YourBoiShu_ remarked:
“And people are still choosing this career path.”
@g0dsvryown commented:
“You might see people on TV or social media and think they got it all together. Kanti no! People go through a lot in this world.”
@YourBoiShu_ replied:
“The thing is, we only know them from the characters they play.”
@Unconfirmed_ZA added:
“Don’t worry, he is acting. He has decided to temporarily live as this character.”
@Athi1942 stated:
“There’s no difference between an actor and a teacher. The only difference is that if you are an educator, you are guaranteed a lifetime job, whereas a role as an actor can last up to 6 months.”
@Zamachungwa expressed:
“That industry doesn’t pay much. I thought we had established this.”
@SiyaSh007 questioned:
“What are we looking at? What’s wrong here? I see nothing to be ashamed of here… he’s had 1 gig as a minor character. He’s never been a blockbuster leading actor. Did we expect him to be driving an SUV and living in a mansion after a minor gig?”
@MazwiMa4482 shared:
“But this guy never lived a high life, even during his acting days.”
@Bonga_Gwazela noted:
“He has always lived life as a regular kasi guy. Even on podcasts, he has said that he won’t pretend to be living large when he isn’t. Nothing wrong with a guy relaxing in the hood, enjoying his meal.”
