Khabonina Qubeka

Khabonina Qubeka
Born January 22, 1981
Nationality South Africa
Occupation Actress

Khabonina Qubeka (born January 22, 1981[1]) is a South African actress. In 2017, she was nominated as best actress at Africa Movie Academy Awards for her role as "Dora" in Dora's Peace.

Career

In 2017, she won the indie spirit award for best actress at the Boston International Film Festival. She got the award for playing "Dora" in the film, Dora's Peace. According to her, starring in the film made her see prostitutes from a different perspective.[2] The film was also screened at Orlando Film Festival and Beijing International Film Festival.[3][4] In 2017, she was reported to be acting as "Nina Zamdela" in television series, Isidingo.[4] In the same year, she was also reported to be releasing a new film, titled She is King.[4] In October 2017, it was announced as the hostess of a new South African program, that is centered around school teachers.[5]

In addition to acting, Qubeka is also a dancer and fitness advocate. She regularly uses social media to promote healthy lifestyle and body shape.[6][7]

References

  1. ↑ admin (November 7, 2017). "Khabonina Qubeka". tvsa.co.za. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  2. ↑ admin (April 25, 2017). "Khabonina Qubeka's Portrayal Of A Joburg Prostitute Has Won Her Best Indie Actress In The U.S." Huffington Post. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  3. ↑ admin (April 20, 2017). "Actress Qubeka bags an international award". Newsday. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  4. 1 2 3 Herinbi, Helen (September 18, 2017). "Khabonina Qubeka is 'King'". iol.co.za. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  5. ↑ admin (October 5, 2017). "Khabonina Qubeka on upcoming reality show". ghafla.com. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  6. ↑ admin (January 4, 2017). "Khabonina Qubeka flaunts her yoga moves in Dubai". channel24.co.za. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  7. ↑ admin (May 17, 2017). "Khabonina: South Africa's award-winning leading lady". Brand South Africa. Retrieved 2017-11-30.
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