In The Spotlight's Ntombi Shibambo on her remarkable journey
Published: 06 October 2014 | by Janine Dube
UK based actress, model and talk show host, Ntombi Shibambo, aims to help others having achieved success in acting, modelling and TV presenting.
She helps upcoming talent showcase their work through her talk show 'In The Spotlight.'
Ntombi explains to OneVybe why she decided to embark on the project saying, "When I started my modelling career I found it hard to get the exposure I needed in order for me to 'grow' in the industry. I wanted to be spotted or guided in the right direction but found it a challenge.
"Not saying I'm a successful model as such, but I've made a lot of steps and shot with amazing photographers.
"I now wanted to start a show where other models, actors or anyone who is trying to make it and wants the exposure could have an interview on what they do and so 'In The Spotlight' was born."
An Interview With The Director of DownHill James Rouse FilmScreening In London
Ntombi has faced a few challenges along the way and these include empty promises by promoters when it came to interviewing artists such as Mafikizolo and Wizkid.
She says: "My camera guy [would have] cancelled all his plans in order to shoot the interview and when the day comes my calls are ignored.
"Such things are a let down and I get an emotion of defeat but I never give up. I always push and I will keep doing so.
"When trying to juggle everything in one, it can be very challenging as I'm also a mother to a demanding five-year-old princess.
"I have to be very organised and prepared for any task and with the help of my loving partner and beautiful sister who are so supportive and help me whichever way they can, I juggle on and hustle my way up. Not forgetting my very best friend who is always there Angeline Lewis"
Ntombi started acting after she had won the 'Miss Diversity 2013' beauty pageant.
Ntombi Shibambo crowned Miss Diversity 2013 - Photo supplied
"I was offered a part and was very excited as I always wanted to try out acting.
"From then on I got even more motivated by the feedback from the director himself and so I started looking for more acting jobs.
"Last year I shot a short film 'Siriously Subconscious' which made it to the Film Festivals.
The actress has featured in adverts, including 'The nicest job in Britain' and music videos including Bekka Maphosa's 'Diamond' where she featured with her daughter.
Bekaa - Diamond where Ntombi and her daughter feature
Ntombi also played the wedding planner in a drama series on Yori Yori TV and is currently shooting a feature film 'Secretive Pair' with Mzansi Movies UK.
She has also lent her talent to the theatre where she played the role of Ntozake Shange's 'For Coloured Girls' at the Blue and Orange theatre in Birmingham, UK.
Some of the highlights in her work so far include working with Charles Archibong, videographer, Shona London and writer and film maker, Maison.
With Maison, Ntombi aims to work on a project close to her heart, after he was intrigued by one of the stories she wrote.
Ntombi in Bekaa's music video for 'Cry Of A Princess (Show Me The Way)' - Photo Supplied
Her success with 'Miss Diversity 2013' also propelled Ntombi to help people in need. She works with a charity based in Zimbabwe called 'Maranatha Opharns Care Trust.'
She says "We collect clothes, kids toys, books etc and send them to the care. We are looking at visiting Maranatha often and with the help of everyone who has been donating, it will make a great difference to many children, which is our mission.
Miss Diversity is also running a charity called 'Pads for Princess' where they work on collecting sanitary towels for women in less fortunate positions.
"It's hard enough not being able to feed your family but women face difficulties when it comes to 'the time of the month.'
"With the help of people who have been donating we have collected a huge amount of towels which will be a relief and great help to many women."
For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/CandyRain27
Ntombi in Doorstep by Ricky Benang (Produced by Benny Liang)
- OneVybe
She helps upcoming talent showcase their work through her talk show 'In The Spotlight.'
Ntombi explains to OneVybe why she decided to embark on the project saying, "When I started my modelling career I found it hard to get the exposure I needed in order for me to 'grow' in the industry. I wanted to be spotted or guided in the right direction but found it a challenge.
"Not saying I'm a successful model as such, but I've made a lot of steps and shot with amazing photographers.
"I now wanted to start a show where other models, actors or anyone who is trying to make it and wants the exposure could have an interview on what they do and so 'In The Spotlight' was born."
An Interview With The Director of DownHill James Rouse FilmScreening In London
Ntombi has faced a few challenges along the way and these include empty promises by promoters when it came to interviewing artists such as Mafikizolo and Wizkid.
She says: "My camera guy [would have] cancelled all his plans in order to shoot the interview and when the day comes my calls are ignored.
"Such things are a let down and I get an emotion of defeat but I never give up. I always push and I will keep doing so.
"When trying to juggle everything in one, it can be very challenging as I'm also a mother to a demanding five-year-old princess.
"I have to be very organised and prepared for any task and with the help of my loving partner and beautiful sister who are so supportive and help me whichever way they can, I juggle on and hustle my way up. Not forgetting my very best friend who is always there Angeline Lewis"
Ntombi started acting after she had won the 'Miss Diversity 2013' beauty pageant.
Ntombi Shibambo crowned Miss Diversity 2013 - Photo supplied
"I was offered a part and was very excited as I always wanted to try out acting.
"From then on I got even more motivated by the feedback from the director himself and so I started looking for more acting jobs.
"Last year I shot a short film 'Siriously Subconscious' which made it to the Film Festivals.
The actress has featured in adverts, including 'The nicest job in Britain' and music videos including Bekka Maphosa's 'Diamond' where she featured with her daughter.
Bekaa - Diamond where Ntombi and her daughter feature
Ntombi also played the wedding planner in a drama series on Yori Yori TV and is currently shooting a feature film 'Secretive Pair' with Mzansi Movies UK.
She has also lent her talent to the theatre where she played the role of Ntozake Shange's 'For Coloured Girls' at the Blue and Orange theatre in Birmingham, UK.
Some of the highlights in her work so far include working with Charles Archibong, videographer, Shona London and writer and film maker, Maison.
With Maison, Ntombi aims to work on a project close to her heart, after he was intrigued by one of the stories she wrote.
Ntombi in Bekaa's music video for 'Cry Of A Princess (Show Me The Way)' - Photo Supplied
Her success with 'Miss Diversity 2013' also propelled Ntombi to help people in need. She works with a charity based in Zimbabwe called 'Maranatha Opharns Care Trust.'
She says "We collect clothes, kids toys, books etc and send them to the care. We are looking at visiting Maranatha often and with the help of everyone who has been donating, it will make a great difference to many children, which is our mission.
Miss Diversity is also running a charity called 'Pads for Princess' where they work on collecting sanitary towels for women in less fortunate positions.
"It's hard enough not being able to feed your family but women face difficulties when it comes to 'the time of the month.'
"With the help of people who have been donating we have collected a huge amount of towels which will be a relief and great help to many women."
For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/CandyRain27
Ntombi in Doorstep by Ricky Benang (Produced by Benny Liang)
- OneVybe
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