Three’s a crowd
Things at the commune get uncomfortable when local hottie Luyolo finds himself drawn to two housemates.
It’s no secret: newbie doctor Luyolo (Karabo Maseko) is a snack. And the ladies both on- and offscreen agree. He’s in such high demand that the doc will soon be grabbing the attention of two equally fierce ladies. But Karabo is the first to deny that his character is a ladies’ man. “He’s very good-looking, and he’s never had a problem with the ladies. But he’s no womaniser or player.” Despite this, Luyolo is about to find himself in a tricky love triangle…
COMMUNE CRUSH
Luyolo recently moved in with the rowdy bunch at the commune, sharing space with Mpho (Junior Singo), Tracy (Zizipho Buti) and Lesedi (Luyanda Mzazi). It’s still early days, but Karabo believes that Luyolo’s new living arrangements are going swimmingly. “He’s fitting in, building a friendship with Mpho. Tracy thinks he’s cool,” says Karabo. Lesedi though is keeping her distance, explains the actor: “She had a crush on Luyolo long before he moved in. She’s a little awkward around her crush.”
OKAY CUPID
The two won’t be able to circle around each other for much longer since Tracy wants to play matchmaker. “She’s been working hard to set them up, giving
Lesedi a lot of advice including finding out about Luyolo’s interests,” explains Karabo. And it isn’t long before Tracy’s hard work pays off as Karabo tells us that Lesedi “finally gets her guy”.
Lesedi’s loved-up moment seems to be heading for a crash days later when Tracy is gazing into Luyolo’s eyes with sudden admiration. “There’s a moment of attraction,” says Karabo, whose character is surprised by his interest in both women. “He’s confused! He honestly doesn’t know what to do,” adds Karabo. And it gets awkward very quickly, with Luyolo unsure who he wants.
TAKE YOUR PICK
For now, the housemates are blissfully unaware that Luyolo has his eyes on both of them, with Karabo explaining that the two women have traits that his character finds irresistible. “Tracy is relaxed and fun-loving, while he enjoys conversations with Lesedi. He loves that she’s quirky and kind.”
When asked who’s ahead in the race for Luyolo’s heart, Karabo isn’t saying a word. But he does say that his character isn’t going to date them both at the same time. “Luyolo is just not that kind of guy. He’s a good guy who doesn’t want to hurt anybody, but he also needs to follow his heart.” He’d better find a solution soon, because this three-way can only end in heartbreak.
PREVIOUSLY
Jack found his mother, Tshidi manipulated Jack’s secret brother Siyanda, and Lesedi was heartbroken that her love was one-sided.
10 – 12 FEBRUARY
Gadaffi decides to take control of matters, and a simple cup of tea becomes a serious problem. More flowers arrive at the office but they’re for someone else, and Jack refuses to hold back as he plots his revenge. Mpho is given the cold shoulder, and Tracy gets an unwelcome blast from the past that could ruin everything.
15 – 19 FEBRUARY
Gadaffi wants Luke to prove his worth, two friends realise that they’re falling in love, and Luyolo refuses to sneak around any longer. Siyanda leaves Jack fuming, Ayanda’s heart wants her to do one thing but logic tells her otherwise, and Mpho thinks that he’s gotten himself into a royal mess. Detective Pele finally receives some good news, Lesedi refuses to back down, and Luke is in a tight spot. Tracy is left fragile when her advances are turned down, and Mazwi takes a stand.
22 – 23 FEBRUARY
Gadaffi receives a worrying phonecall, two brothers are growing closer but all isn’t what it seems, and Lesedi struggles to keep her work and personal life separated. Meanwhile, Tracy makes a stunning discovery, and Siyanda hopes to avenge a young girl’s death.
CAST: Ayanda Samela Tyelbooi •Baxolile Linky Morobi •Ben Khulu Skenjan •Bonga Tabile Tau •Boipelo Nomsa Buthelezi •Bulelwa Celeste Khumalo •Chris Mpumi Mpama •Cosmo Diale Ronnie Nyakale •Daniel Motlatsi Mahloko •Detective Pele Andile Nebulane •Elder Baruti Boikie Pholo •Fikile Refilwe Madumo •Gadaffi Phakade Vuyo Dabula •Gog’Flo Diale Ivy Nkutha •Grace Siseko Velo •Jack Mabaso Vusi Kunene •Jerah Phemelo Mavundla •Kgosi Sandile Makhoba •Lerato Candice Modiselle •Lesedi Diale Luyanda Mzazi •Lucy Diale Manaka Ranaka •Luke Reginald Hufkie •Luthando (Noxolo) Khutji Green •Luyolo Karabo Maseko •Luzuko Nyaniso Dzedze •Mazwi Moroka Musa Ngema •Mbali Ditebogo Ledwaba •Melokule Sibusisiwe Kondleka •Mpho Junior Singo •Mrekza Kope Makgae •Nkaba Nimrod Nkosi •Nontle Buntu Petse •Okiri Sonni Chidiebere •Palesa Busisiwe Xaba •Refilwe Jo-anne Reyneke •Rose Veronica Matlaila •Siyanda Kay Sibiya•Smanga Moroka Moopi Mothibeli •Sphe Pearl Monama •Tamryn Danica Jones •Tau Mogale Rapulana Seiphemo •Tizita Nelisa Mchunu •Tracy Zizipho Buti •Tshidi Phakade Letoya Makhene •Uncle Kabisi Mpho Joseph Molepo •Zitha Zoe Mthiyane •Zondiwe Abigail Kubeka