Mokoena joins the cast of UK’s ‘Bulletproof ’

AWARD-winning actor, producer and film-maker, Thapelo Mokena added a feather to his already crowded cap.

The Trackers star has joined the cast of the UK hit actiondrama series Bulletproof. Mokoena confirmed the exciting news on his Instagram.

He shared: “The cat’s out the bag. It’s our time! I am incredibly grateful and proud to be part of this amazing UK series special.”

He added: “I’m forever grateful for this incredible journey in the

Arts. Mission Take Africa to the World is well in progress… The bad boys of the UK are in South Africa!”

Mokoena will star alongside Ashley Walters, Noel Clarke and Lashana Lynch.

Following the big announcement, fans and industry friends wrote on Mokoena’s timeline, congratulating the star for the great milestone achieved at the start of a new decade. “Man, I am really happy for your growth, brother. May you keep going up and up,” commented former Generations star Thato Maolamu. “Super happy for you Thaps… respect, my king,” added former backstage star Leroy Gopal.

“Higher and higher. Congratulations my G,” wrote comedian Loyiso Madinga.

“This is major – thoroughly deserving. Congratulations, brother,” tweeted actress and TV personality, Ntando Duma.

The series follows NCA detectives and best friends, Aaron Bishop (Clarke) and Ronnie Pike jr (Walters), who investigate some of the country’s most dangerous criminals, including traffickers, drug dealers and armed robbers.