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Following your dreams can sometimes be a challenge more especially when the resources to pursue that talent aren’t delivered to you on a golden platter. However, when one believes in themselves more than anything, taking risks and giving their all in making their dreams happen all works out at the end.
Be inspired, and never let your passion in your talent go to vain. Take it from the passion-driven and goal-driven Mpondo Prince Zukisani Ndamase who took that one instant risk and decided to follow his interest, which now led him to being part of big productions such as Muvhango, Generations and Isidingo not forgetting a whole lot of other movies and music videos he’s been part of.
Prince Ndamase was born in a village called eNyandeni near Libode in the Eastern Cape. He grew up staying with his grandmother and that’s where some of his interests were influenced. He shares with us that before he started taking note of acting and joining mainstream media he didn’t pay too much attention to what he watched hence he never studied to become an actor from get go.
With the influence of his parents he chose to study Computer Studies instead as he believed at the time that his interest with computer studies was more convenient for him as well as everyone that believed it would work out for him best. In 2014, his interest in entertainment transpired and that is when he realized that he was capable in pursuing this career path.
“I took a bus to Johannesburg not knowing what I will end up doing there, although I had family there I still did not know what exactly I’ll do when I get there. I instantly decided to research of an agency and luckily got one, sent my pictures and waited. The following day when I got to Joburg, I got my first gig which surprisingly was with Isidingo, playing a role as a police officer”.
As inspirational as that is, more gigs came his way. Prince Ndamase has achieved so much for himself in such a short span of time, as it is not as easy to make it out and get recognition in entertainment industry in South Africa.
HIS ACHIEVEMENTS:
Ndamase has been featured in a few of Mzansi’s movies that include Beautifully Broken (International movie), Umemulo and I Survived, Noloyiso, The Broken Truth and Isikhuni sibuya Nomkhwezeli.
He’s appeared in soapies such as Isidingo, Isibaya, Generations, Muvhango, Scandal, Lockdown, The Queen, The Throne, Queen Sono, Diep City and Rented Family.
He has also been a promoter to big events that include: Take Me to Church Joyous Celebration Tour to East London, Sinqobile Gospel Festival, Annual Easter Gospel Feast, Annual Proverbs 31 Women Celebration, Women Empowerment, Sacred Fest and Amazing Laughs.
He featured in music videos of big artists in the country that include: Hamba Naye by Cici Ft Mafikizolo as a Blesser in the music video, Angzazi by Fakaloice l play the lead role as a Bishop in the music video and Uhulumeni by Miss Pru ft various artists l am a soldier in that music video.
He also serves as a board member for Annual Mpondo Culture and Heritage Festival and is a former Brand Ambassador of a clothing range called Rafkhat Creations.
The Mpondo Price is deeply rooted in his heritage, and continuously urges young individuals to stay rooted in their culture and heritage, and not be caught up in Western ways. He believes that your background and where you come from will always be a part of you no matter where you go. Inspire and encourage others to think beyond the present.
“As we enter Heritage Month, it is very important to know your roots… Never forget where your background is” he says.
He also shares his future endeavors in helping the young individuals who would also like to follow their dreams in entertainment as he has already started doing so. He sees himself grooming people who want to follow this career path that he has taken.
He advices everyone to follow what their heart desires and never back down till they’ve achieved that goal.
“The little that you think you are doing is more than what you think. Someone is watching and that small thing will result in good in due time. Don’t give up and follow your dream” says Prince Ndamase.
