Jiva!

About Jiva!

Jiva! is a vibrant South African drama series that premiered in 2021. This show revolves around the life of Ntombi, a talented street dancer who dreams of making it big in the entertainment industry. Ntombi, also known as Jiva, faces various challenges and obstacles as she navigates her way through the competitive dance world, trying to find her voice and express her passion for dance.

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music, Soundtrack

Making / Production

Jiva! was created by Busisiwe Ntintili and Mandla Dube. The series was produced by the South African production company, Blue Ice Africa.

Actors

• Ntombi (Noxolo Dlamini) - The protagonist of the show, known by her street dancer alias Jiva. Noxolo Dlamini portrays the character with intensity and passion, capturing the essence of Ntombi's struggles and triumphs in the dance world.
• Vuyiswa Mutshezi (Tony Kgoroge) - Vuyiswa is a respected dance teacher who mentors and guides Ntombi on her journey to success.
• Zakes (Anga Makubalo) - Zakes is a fellow dancer who becomes a rival to Ntombi but also a potential love interest. Anga Makubalo brings charisma and depth to the character's complexities.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Jiva! features authentic South African dance styles, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the country.
• The cast members underwent extensive dance training to accurately portray the intricate dance sequences seen in the series.
• The show received praise for its representation of strong female characters and empowerment themes.

Awards

Jiva! has been nominated for several accolades in the South African television industry, recognizing its outstanding performances and storytelling.

Quotes

• "Dance is not just a movement of the body; it’s a movement of the soul." - Ntombi
• "Success is not about winning a competition; it's about conquering your fears." - Vuyiswa

Music, Soundtrack

The soundtrack of Jiva! features a mix of popular South African songs and original compositions that elevate the energy and emotion of the dance performances in the series.