Amidst the unfolding story of Thabo Bester‘s dramatic prison escape and subsequent recapture alongside his partner Dr Nandipha Magudumana, actress and TV producer Sonia Mbele has reportedly taken a prominent role in the narrative.
Here’s why Sonia Mbele reportedly visited Thabo Bester in prison
However, her involvement in their tale appears to be for business purposes rather than personal motives.
As reported by ZiMoja, Mbele visited Thabo Bester in prison after his recapture in Tanzania, but her intention was far from idle curiosity.
Her production company’s interest in creating a docuseries about Bester and Magudumana’s story reportedly led her to engage with the duo.
Mbele is said to have negotiated with Bester for the “rights” to their story, indicating her commitment to bringing their experiences to the screen.
The race to document the Bonnie and Clyde-esque journey of Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha has attracted significant attention.
The potential docuseries has captured the interest of prominent production entities, including Netflix.
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Notably, former actress and now businesswoman Carol Bouwer’s production company has also entered the competition, underlining the gravity of the story’s appeal.
It’s believed Mbele’s involvement in the saga has taken an international turn.
Her production company is reportedly in discussions with an overseas production house interested in co-producing the Bester and Magudumana docuseries.
Mbele’s ability to secure access to Bester and Dr Nandipha is believed to stem from personal connections.
Reports indicate that she has a familiarity with Magudumana through her beauty clinic, which has likely contributed to the doctor’s comfort with Mbele’s involvement in telling their story.
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Mbele’s impact on the television industry has been notable. As the individual responsible for introducing the Housewives franchise to Africa, she has demonstrated her pioneering spirit.
Her commitment to telling impactful stories is evident in her pursuit of the Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha docuseries.
Sonia Mbele’s recent endeavours extend beyond this particular project. Her engagement in bringing television content to Zimbabwe, including the creation of the first Ndebele telenovela, underscores her determination to diversify and enrich storytelling across various platforms.
Elsewhere, Bester, Dr Nandipha and 10 other co-accused are due back in court on 11 October 2023 for pre-trial preparations.