Dumisani Dlamini is set to portray a tyrant in a new Showmax film called Mkhonto where he stars as Chief Siviko ka Vaka, ruler of the fictional, mystical kingdom of Eziqwaqweni.
Personally I know I’m a good person. You can ask anyone and my family.
But I don’t think I can play a priest and still be honest. I can play a priest in a church and steal money. I can play a role where I am a sweet person but playing a villain is where my strength lies. This is where I believe I nail it the most.” Having played unforgettable roles during his long career, the actor said his only bucket list item would be playing a lead who lives to see the end of the production.
“I would love it if a producer would give me a lead role that goes until the end of the story. Because most times I get a role, and when viewers are still enjoying my part, it gets cut short based on the storyline or how busy I am. If I could get a role I will portray until the end, I believe prime time television will never be the same.”
More than being an actor, Dumisani feels his legacy lies in his children. The actor gushed about being the father of global superstar Doja Cat.I’m so proud of her for what she has achieved. I’m not surprised because it’s in the blood. In fact, all my kids are very talented. I think South Africa as a whole should be proud of such a great talent coming from us.”