SOUTH AFRICA – In an unprecedented step, the Amazulu royal family has requested a chance to edit the second season of the hit series Shaka Ilembe, as they believe that the first edition of the popular show was riddled with inaccuracies.
Shaka Ilembe is set to return for its second season in June.
However, while anticipation for the series is high, the royal family has spoken out against the fact that they were not consulted in its making.
The spokesperson for AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, Prince Nathi, said they were thus requesting a preview.
“As the royal house, we were disturbed by season one of Shaka iLembe, mainly because it was far from the truth. Now we are concerned that season two will be a continuation of misrepresentation of our culture.
“Our great concern is that this play will wipe away our history if it goes on air without us seeing it. We therefore ask the production house and the channel to let us preview this play.”
His views were supported by Prince Zeblon Zulu who said the royal house was disturbed by the inaccuracies in the first season.
“We watched Shaka iLembe season one in disbelief, but it was too late to do anything,” said Zulu.
“Unfortunately, we couldn’t do much because some top people were paid and we couldn’t do much. I’m not going to mention names or expose anyone, but as the royal house, we were embarrassed and disgraced by season one of Shaka iLembe.”
