Thembi Nyandeni

"The biggest problem we’re facing now is the rise of influencers who are taking up space meant for trained actors."

"Talent is being replaced by ‘likes’ and the number of social media followers. The essence of the art is being lost. And in the process, true talent is overlooked."

"I’ve never seen myself as a celebrity. I’m an actress. My job is to embody a character and bring it to life with honesty and depth."

"I think when we are born, we all have a journey that is set out for us. My journey was set on this route to be on stage whether it is through acting, singing or dancing."

"My problems were that I wanted something that was deep inside of me and I could not explain it to anybody- nobody could understand. They thought I was a crazy child. ‘What’s wrong with you?’ is what they would say but there was something and when I was finally put on stage, that’s when I would come alive, then I was the happiest child."

"We all have a purpose in this world."

"There must be a purpose for doing something or going somewhere because we all have a set timetable and tools that are specific to our personal journeys. You are here because God has a certain task at hand for you. You are the ruler of your purpose."