Nomvelo Makhanya, known for her role as Lindiwe Maseko-Ngema on eTV’s Scandal!, recently revealed shocking details about her departure from the show in 2022.
The 28-year-old actress took to social media to describe the environment on set as “toxic,” a situation she claims nearly drove her to suicide.
In response to Makhanya’s allegations, the production initially stated they were unaware of any toxicity affecting her.
They attributed her character’s departure to its narrative arc having reached its natural conclusion within the storyline.
During a candid interview on the Access Genie Podcast, Makhanya elaborated on the circumstances surrounding her dismissal.
She alleged that her firing came shortly after she reported her director and floor manager for being intoxicated during production.
Professional Challenges
Makhanya recounted feeling increasingly scrutinized and mistreated in her final months on the show.
She mentioned ceasing activities like vlogging on YouTube and promoting the show on her social media channels, citing unjust accusations of wasting production time.
Redlisting and Its Impact
Following her exit, Makhanya claimed she faced difficulties securing new acting roles, attributing this to being “redlisted.”
This term, she explained, signified a period where she was effectively barred from opportunities in the industry.
Despite these challenges, she emphasized that her financial stability remained intact due to savings accumulated over her tenure on the show.
Personal Struggles and Moving Forward
Makhanya shared candidly about the toll these experiences took on her mental health, revealing battles with extreme anxiety and suicidal thoughts after losing her job.
Despite these hardships, she noted a positive shift in her career, highlighting newfound success outside of acting.
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