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Fans of the hit soapie Scandal! were happy when rumours began swirling about a potential spin-off featuring none other than Kgomotso Christopher, who portrayed the iconic character Yvonne “YV” Langa.
This is after a recent post by popular entertainment commentator, @PhilMphela, on X (formerly Twitter). In his post, Phil revealed that there is a hint at a potential spin-off for the long-running soapie that has captivated millions of viewers across South Africa.
What truly fuelled the excitement, was the accompanying image of Yvonne “YV” Langa (played by Kgomotso Christopher) and Tebello(played by Litlhonolofatso Litlhakanyane), the young boy YV adopted after he came into her life through her late mother’s care.
NEW SHOW:
Scandal! spin-off
Murmurs in the industry circles are that the etv soapie that has captivated and attracted millions of viewers has a spin-off in the works. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/RyWdHha8c7
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) October 21, 2024
However, fans took to X to directly ask Kgomotso about the rumours, she responded:
Lol, it’s first time I hear about spin-off😂 https://t.co/zMtzgcvfqX
— Kgomotso Christopher (@kgchristopher) October 21, 2024
Butsisa, Phil😂 https://t.co/2b4XS9DFjE
— Kgomotso Christopher (@kgchristopher) October 21, 2024
While some expressed their excitement, others wanted more clarity on what a spin-off actually means.
Exciting news!
Can’t wait to see what the Scandal! spinn off brings— Jannah 🇸🇩 (@Islamic_hub_2) October 21, 2024
What is a spin off ? Phil
— Zoe😜 (@Zoe16111) October 21, 2024
Some users on X took it upon themselves to explain exactly what a spin-off is:
Lemme respond on his behalf,hope u don’t mind lol. Its a new show that is derived from the original storyline,usually it involves the show’s secondary characters i.e the supporting cast. Eg. The Originals was a spin off of The Vampire Diaries.😊
— 🇿🇦Thabang Ncube🇿🇦 (@cultabz) October 21, 2024
Also see: Kgomotso Christopher shares how real life influences her captivating TV roles
