Read! M-Net Statement Regarding Reports That Gqeberha: The Empire Is Getting Canned

Read! M-Net Statement Regarding Reports That Gqeberha: The Empire Is Getting Canned. A da ago, renowned entertainment commentator Phil Mphela tweeted that Gqeberha: The Empire was not returning for the 2nd season. This according to him was probably due to the telenovela not getting the reception the anticipated from viewers.

From the get-go though, the telenovela was under fire for poor production. Viewers also complained about a redundant story line. Using social media to vent, viewers stated that Gqheberha has many talented actors, but it’s not living up to the hype. After every episode, there is always a complaint of some sort from viewers at home.

Mzansi Magic has just shared a statement by M-Net, where the channel reveals that it has no plans to cancel Gqeberha: The Empire. According to the statement, the show is scheduled to remain on-air for the foreseeable future. Plans are in progress for the next season, further detail will be communicated in due course.

As for allegation of mistreatment of cast members, the channel said, “Mzansi Magic has just been made aware of the allegations of mistreatment of cast, we take such allegations seriously and we will be reaching out to the production house to verify the same.

Gqeberha: The Empire has been welcomed by our audiences, as a great avenue to connect with beautiful region of the Eastern Cape and we are proud of what this project has achieved in this province.”