Sundaymail Editor
Society Reporter
FORMER Studio 263 actor Morgan Bousa has returned to acting after a long hiatus.
In the past years, the gifted actor has been focusing on his car-selling business.
However, his undying love for acting, and the film industry in general, has seen him create a series titled “Hupenyu”, in which he features as one of the lead characters.
The production is specifically designed for social media platforms, which have become popular in recent times due to easy access to smartphones and computers.
Covid-19-induced lockdowns have also boosted virtual platforms as major sources of entertainment.
“Hupenyu” has to date attracted thousands of viewers on Facebook and YouTube.
Four episodes have since been uploaded thus far and many more are expected in the coming week(s).
“Right now we have four episodes which are available on our channel, and in our archives, we have 10 more that are now due for release. Production started a few months ago,” revealed Bousa. The series touches on different challenges that people face.
It features veteran actors and comedians such as Timothy Tapfumaneyi – affectionately known as Timmy in the “Timmy na Bhonzo” series – and Stephen Chigorimbo, who acted in Studio 263 as John Huni.
“We managed to rope in some veteran actors like Chigorimbo and Tapfumaneyi, who have given a boost to the production. But, we also have new talent that is blending well with the veterans,” said Bousa.
According to the creator, the series is meant to both entertain and educate.
“The concept is the same with what we used to do at Studio 263,” he said.
Bousa argues Zimbabwe has many talented actors and comedians who have the potential to make it big on the global platform.
Social media, he added, has great potential to market talent.
“Mai Titi and Madam Boss are doing well because of social media. Madam Boss recently won an international award because of her work on the platforms. We just need to put social media to good use for us to get the best from it,” said Bousa.
“Upcoming actors and producers often face stiff competition from veterans, especially when they approach the national broadcaster. However, the time to grumble is now way behind us, thanks to opportunities presented by technology.
“As long as you have good ideas, you get to do your own thing, post it on social media and get noticed…However, we remain open to any possible partnerships that will help grow our brands.”
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