‘Savage Beauty': 5 things you need to know about Netflix drama

You won't want to miss a single second of 'Savage Beauty,' that premieres in May
PUBLISHED APR 25, 2022
Rosemary Zimu in 'Savage Beauty' (YouTube/Netflix)
Rosemary Zimu in 'Savage Beauty' (YouTube/Netflix)

Netflix has released a new trailer titled 'Savage Beauty.' The show will be "jaw-dropping" and "scary," according to the previews. The South African thriller series is about glamour model Zinhle Manzini and her pursuit of vengeance against the affluent and mighty Bhengu House.

The forthcoming Netflix original series includes everything, from drama to romance to treachery, and you won't want to miss a second. Aside from the intriguing premise, the finest aspect of the 2022 South African series has to be its ensemble cast, which is packed with outstanding actors and actresses you'll want to watch. While you wait for the series to premiere, you can watch other thriller series. 'Gangland,' 'Angela Black,' and 'Ragdoll' to get in the mood.

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When does ‘Savage Beauty' release and where can you watch it?

'Savage Beauty' will be available on Netflix on May 12.

What is ‘Savage Beauty' all about?

Scars aren't the only thing that hides a nasty secret. A mysterious lady seeks retribution for her terrible past by befriending a wealthy family that owns a worldwide beauty company — and also holds on to some lethal secrets. Mogashoa's most recent production depicts the life of a family whose fame and fortune are jeopardized when a bitter 'blast from the past' seeks revenge. Who exactly is this enigmatic figure? What wrongs were done to her, and what will satisfy her vendetta? The two-minute trailer for Netflix's latest South African thriller series is a high-octane adrenaline trip. 'Savage Beauty,' which tackles a story of deception, betrayal, and vengeance, is a sobering lesson that "some secrets run deeper than scars."

The new African thriller series is based on the tale of Don and Grace Bhengu, who tested a dangerous substance on a group of street children roughly fifteen years ago. Only one of the two survivors of the experiment, Zinhe Manzini, is planning to return to exact revenge on the Bhengu family, their Beauty castle, and to uncover their terrible secrets. As she pursues her vengeance, many innocent lives are put in jeopardy, as justice appears to be a long way off.

Who stars in 'Savage Beauty?'

Rosemary Zimu, a South African actor and singer, makes her Netflix debut as Zinhle Manzini, a model. The series, helmed by Thati Pele, will also include Nambitha Ben Mazwi, Angela Thando Sithole, Mpho Sebeng, Oros Mampofu, Dumisani Mbebe, Nathai Moshesh, and Jesse Suntele in addition to Zimu.

Rosemary Zimu

Rosemary Zimu, the star of Netflix's Savage Beauty, will make her debut on May 1 as Zinhle, an enigmatic young woman seeking vengeance against a prominent family. Though acting is her first passion, Rosemary is trying to branch out and has formed her own production business, Zimu Media, as well as receiving mentoring from experts in the entertainment industry to assist her to go into film directing. Rosemary is a timid person in real life, but when Tik Tok came out, she discovered her niche on social media, which ignited her interest in pursuing directing.



 

Who are the showrunners?

Lebogang Mogashoa developed the series.

Trailer

Take a look at the trailer here:



 

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