Uzalo actress Nothando Ngcobo ‘Hlelo’ finally walk away from abuse!
Nothando Ngcobo, the talented actress who portrays the character of Hlelo on the popular South African soap opera Uzalo, has bravely chosen to use her platform to shed light on the issue of domestic violence.
Nothando Ngcobo herself has experienced the harsh realities of growing up in an environment rife with abuse, and she has channeled these personal experiences into her portrayal of Hlelo, a character who has endured similar struggles.
Through her compelling performance, Ngcobo aims to raise awareness about the plight of women and children who suffer at the hands of their male counterparts. She acknowledges that her role as Hlelo has brought forth painful memories, but she has embraced the opportunity to use her acting as a form of advocacy, hoping to educate the nation about the devastating impacts of domestic violence.
Ngcobo’s journey to success has not been an easy one. Before landing the coveted role on Uzalo, she faced numerous setbacks and rejections, including being turned down for a supporting role on the popular television series Generations: The Legacy. However, her unwavering determination and resilience have ultimately paid off, and she is now using her platform to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
As Ngcobo’s acting career progresses, she hopes to be remembered not only for her exceptional talent but also for the advocacy work she has undertaken to shed light on the critical issue of domestic violence in South Africa. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the transformative impact that can be achieved when personal experiences are channeled into meaningful art and activism.
She said:
“ In the early stages of my career, I suffered a lot of rejection and humiliation to the extent of nearly giving up on my dream.But I trust God wanted me to go through all that so that when He raise me.I glorify His name, I have managed to overcome rejection through prayer and accepting that some of the jobs I had auditioned for were just not for me at the time”, she said.
“Don’t stay in an abusive relationship. Walk away; run if needs be,” said Nothando.
“I come from humble beginnings. Being celebrated is a challenge for me because I don’t want people to see me differently. I’m a human being, just like them. But when people watch you on TV, they treat you like a different person. I don’t want to change. I’m Nothando, who still hangs out with the same friends and lives with her family. I don’t want fame to get into me,” said Nothando.
