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Xoli Zondi - Generation's Zodwa - opens up on true love

Author: Phindiwe Nkosi (@PhindiweNkosi) |

Bona Magazine Cover Xoli Zondi Here is what doesn't come out during the interview... you know, the stuff that Xoli Zondi does not mention. She does not say that she played the mentally disturbed character of Zodwa on Generations (SABC1), Rosie on Intersexions (SABC1), Winnie on Family Bonds (SABC1), as well as had several other roles on film and theatre productions. Her omission reinforces her humility and greatness as an actress.It heralds someone who knows who they are.

What I particularly love about this young lady is that her acting moves people. During her appearance as Zodwa on one of South Africa's most watched soapies, Generations she had the social media spectrum buzzing! Her acting elicited fired-up responses. There was war! People emotionally connected to her character to the extent that some took it personally.

In this interview, I have the joy of hearing from Xoli. I get to connect with the core, the individual. Readers get to hear from the source who she says she is. What are her views on true love and marriage among other things.Beloved Wedding Anthem readers, this one is just for you!

In one sentence, who is Xoli?
Xoli Zondi is an ambitious young actor who is determined to leave a significant mark in the entertainment industry.

Please tell our readers a little bit more about you...
I'm involved in theatre acting, motivational speaking and Women's Forums when I'm not doing television.

Can you please tell your fans what you have been up to and/or what's next?
I've recently started a production company in which we dramatise school set works especially for Grade 11 and 12 and I've also started a career guidance campaign where we also visit high schools.

How do you find a balance between what you do and who you are?
I am a born-again Christian and find sanity in God and in reading the Bible. This industry can be emotionally exhausting and demands a lot from us, but I've realised that being totally dependent on God brings peace that surpasses all understanding.

We celebrate love. Do you think true love exists? If so, Who/what/where is it?
Love is eternal. People have been hurt and disappointed and because of that, have stopped believing in the existence of love. You find love from God. Learn to love yourself. Only then can you love someone else.

Do you think there is still a place for marriage in this day-and-age?
Absolutely! It's a matter of not rushing into it and having the right motives. I believe that love should be the foundation of every marriage and not money or anything materialistic.

Do you have a message to Wedding Anthem?
Believe in yourself and your spouse. Have faith that what you have is special, treat each other with respect (publicly or privately) and treasure each other all the days of your lives.

Powerful words indeed, thanks! Anything else on your mind before we wrap up?
"Love is patient, kind, does not envy, it does not boast and it is not proud." (1 Corinthians 13:4)

* Image from BONA Magazine cover (March 2013)

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