DJ Maphorisa and Thuli P reportedly back together
Amapiano star DJ Maphorisa and actress-musician Thuli Phongolo have reignited relationship rumours after being seen together publicly, nearly two years after their highly publicised and turbulent breakup.
The pair, whose split in 2023 followed assault allegations that later saw charges withdrawn, are said to have quietly been working on rebuilding their relationship away from public scrutiny.
On Wednesday, they were reportedly spotted sharing an intimate moment at a Johannesburg location where Phongolo was filming a new music video.
Sources close to the couple told Sunday World that Maphorisa, born Themba Sekowe, was present on set after Phongolo personally reached out to him to assist with the shoot.
It is understood that she wanted to feature his signature red BMW 325, popularly known as a Gusheshe.
“Thuli was about to shoot her music video, however, she pointed out that it would be great to have Maphorisa’s BMW as part of the shoot. She immediately phoned Maphorisa to come over with his ride, as she wanted to have the car featured in the video badly, a source said.
According to another insider, Maphorisa did not hesitate, dropping everything to be there for her.
Upon arriving at the location, he reportedly stepped out of the car and warmly embraced Phongolo, a moment that did not go unnoticed by those on set.
“Phori waited patiently outside the venue of the shoot and chilled while Phongolo and her team were busy filming. It was so cool to see that side of Maphorisa after what had happened between him and Thuli,” the source said.
The insider added that Phongolo openly expressed happiness about his presence, hinting that the two had rekindled their relationship away from the public eye.
“Thuli kept on telling us that she was glad that Phori came and that they were secretly back together. After the shoot, she went to Maphorisa, hugged him and pecked his lips.”
The reported reunion comes after a difficult chapter in the couple’s past.
In May 2023, Maphorisa was arrested following a criminal case opened by Phongolo, who alleged she had been assaulted during an argument at a Sandton apartment.
He was later released on R4,000 bail, and the case was subsequently withdrawn.
At the time, the former couple issued a joint statement confirming that they had resolved their differences amicably.
“As it stands, both Phori and Thuli are happy again, and they have decided to keep their affection secret,” a source close to them said.
“They believe they still love each other and that their unfortunate incident caused unnecessary drama. Now their intentional effort to bring back excitement and connection is burning, and you could see it by Phori’s actions when he brought his Gusheshe for the shoot.”