Hlonipha Mokoena, an academic and consultant on the local series Shaka iLembe, sets the record straight on the cast's wardrobe after their topless appearances caused a stir. | News24Arts
"From our initial discussions about the series, after extensive consultation with the lead cast, we made a policy decision that whilst we wanted to be authentic in representing the period, no actor would be forced to reveal their body if it made them feel uncomfortable or exploited.", filmed in isiZulu, is set in the 1700s and tells the origin story of iconic Zulu king, Shaka and the events that shaped his life.
"This is culturally incorrect," she said."In the Nguni past, both men and women took pride in their bodies – they dressed, oiled, bejewelled, tattooed and decorated their bodies according to what was fashionable and appropriate for their age group and social status." About being a Zulu woman, YouTuber Luyanda Madonia said seeing a bare-breasted woman was not shocking to her. She added that men also only wore items which covered their genitals but had their bums exposed when clad in traditional regalia.
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