Helen portrays the character of Raisebe on ‘Queen Modjadji’.
Actress Helen Lebepe said she is grateful for the opportunity to bring the story of her people to the forefront.
Lebepe is one of Mzansi’s most familiar faces on television, known for her roles in shows like Generations, Saints and Sinners, Redemption, and most recently Queen Modjadji.
Playing Raisebe in the series, the actress said this role is more than just acting; it is a tribute to her roots and a celebration of her native language and culture.
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“It was extraordinary because it’s a story about my people. I am Molobedu, and I grew up in Bolobedu. So, because of that, this project is more special than any other project I have ever done,” Lebepe told The Citizen.
She added: “It was about time we represented the story of the Balobedu peopleand our language, …