Mzansi Magic telenovela
The Queen has lost more than 300 000 viewers in the last three months since Zandile Msutwana, who plays the role of detective Vuyiswa Maake, was replaced by Thembisa Mdoda. To top this off, Thato (Xolani Mayekiso) was also written out of the show when he was killed.
Award-winning actress Mdoda has just not been able to win over the audience with her portrayal of Vuyiswa as fans say they could relate more to Msutwana’s portrayal of the ruthless character.
Vuyiswa drinking beer?!
The Queen fans were up in arms because Mdoda is seen drinking beer in one scene as opposed to Msutwana who only drank red wine since she stepped into the shoes of Vuyiswa in season one. Thato who viewers used to perceive as somewhat of a “couch character” will be starring in the film