Johannesburg – Former Generations actress Winnie Ntshaba has hit back at criticism of the show’s creator Mfundi Vundla, telling followers “Life goes on” after the infamous mass firing of cast members several years ago.
In 2016, 16 actors, including the now late Menzi Ngubane, were dismissed following a strike and refusing to work. The actors demanded better salaries, an extension of their contracts and royalties from episodes which had been rebroadcast.
On Thursday, shortly after those close to Ngubane gathered to celebrate his life, Mfundi Vundla was listed among those who had provided support and resources for Menzi’s memorial service in Johannesburg.
When one follower shared her surprise about Mfundi’s contribution, Winnie shrugged off any controversy.
“Life goes on,” she told the follower, agreeing with another user who said “people disagree, fight and move on”.
Ngubane worked with Vundla for more than 10 years on several productions, including Generations and the 2011 film How to Steal 2 Million.
Following Ngubane’s death on March 13, Vundla said SA was left poorer without the star. His tribute was slammed on social media, with many blaming Vundla for Ngubane’s firing and labelling him a “hypocrite”.
Vundla declined to comment on the backlash.
