Is actress Cindy Mahlangu related to Sandile Mahlangu in real life?

In recent years talented actors who are related have ruled the entertainment industry. Good examples in South Africa are the Fergusons, the Kgoroges, Ranakas and many others. Blood and Water actress Cindy Mahlangu is a talented young actress making big moves in the industry, and so is Sandile Mahlangu. The two landed roles together in Scandal last year and called themselves cousins. Mzansi could not help but wonder if the two talented actors are related in real life.

Cindy and Sandile Mahlangu in Scandal

In Scandal, Cindy played the role of Violetta; a slay queen with Mamba wrapped around her finger. She then introduces Simo (Sandile Mahlangu) to Mamba as her cousin and gets him to give Simo a job. However, it turned out that Simo and Violetta were sneaking and dating behind Mamba’s back. When he found them out, Mamba got Simo to kill Violetta.

Cindy Mahlangu

The actress rose to fame when she landed the role-playing Dumazile in The Herd in 2018. Since then, she has been in The Queen and even Kings of Joburg by Ferguson Films. The actress is famously known for slaying any role that she lands. From playing a high school girl in Blood and Water to a married woman in Scandal, she is on top of her game.

The actress is in a relationship with French side Amiens SC midfielder Bongani Zungu. The two recently announced that they have a child together amidst cheating rumours.

Sandile Mahlangu

The actor is most known for his roles in Isithembiso and Single guys, among many others. He has been active in the acting industry since 2016 as a model, musician and actor. His role in the How to ruin Christmas franchise as Sbu Twala has made him known in the international entertainment market. He is also famous for his short comedy skits on Instagram and Tik Tok.

Besides his acting career, he also tries his hand at music as a rapper. Many fashion houses also hire him for his good looks and physique to model for their clothes and even runways.

Are Cindy and Sandile Mahlangu related in real life?

The two have been part of two casts together so far: Isithembiso and Scandal. The two are also blessed with the same skin shade and good looks that they would pass off as siblings. However, the two are unrelated but have the same last name as many other celebrities like the Thabethes or the Nxumalos.

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