Klein Paradys
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Reality Competition, Home Improvement, Afrikaans
Six duos will eat, sleep, build, repeat for 25 days as they work to transform 21m2 micro-dwellings in the Elgin Valley into luxury getaway cabins with R1-million at stake.
Klein Paradys – hosted by Robbie Kruse – is not your average home renovation show.
While the task of turning a tiny 'apodment' into a forest retreat, complete with bedroom area, living space, kitchenette and bathroom may sound simple, to execute the creative vision for their cabins, the duos must juggle managing their own budgets; ordering their own building supplies; working to specific timeframes; completing most of the physical labour themselves and managing the curve balls of things not going to plan.
Micro-dwellings – compact, minimalist units sized between 20m2 and 60m2 – continue to grow in popularity as people seek different ways of living and interacting.
Embracing the smart use of space and sustainable building materials and fittings means these kinds of units have smaller carbon footprints.
Aside from the drama of watching duos pair up to camp next to their dwellings as the build begins – with all the perils of project management, the impact of hard physical labour and the knock-on effects of interpersonal dynamics – Klein Paradys is also educational.
The show offers insights into modern living trends, demonstrates how to make the most of a small space and comes with the additional challenge of establishing a dwelling that will attract clients to what will ultimately become a micro-resort under the management of the adjacent Old Mac Daddy which is described as 'part caravan park, part designer farm lodge'.
The teams participating in Klein Paradys are:
Mika and Jannie: The Young Lovers
She is a 23-year-old architectural designer from Durbanville who has won a national design award, and he is a 36-year-old entrepreneur and co-director of a national infrastructure consultancy company living in Paarl.
They say they both work well under pressure and agree that a mitre saw is their favourite tool, but Jannie also likes to have a cordless drill handy.
Mika's life motto is to swim against the tide – and that might just be the ideal attitude to tackle the challenges Klein paradys will throw at her.
Alicia and Claudia: The Sisters from Bloemfontein
Alicia (31) is an interior decorator, and Claudia (29) is a tattoo artist.
They live in Bloemfontein and aren't afraid of hard work.
However, they know sisters don't always agree, which might cause friction when they need to make decisions on Klein Paradys.
Alicia's favourite tool is an 18V cordless drill, but a paintbrush is enough for Claudia.
Their life motto is: This is tiger country!
Juan-Louis and Elri: The Friends from Potch
Juan-Louis (28) is a cinematographer, and Elri (29) is an architect. They live in Potchefstroom and have been close friends for six years.
Both men have tackled renovation projects with their wives, but this is the first time they're working together.
Elri's favourite tool is a mitre saw, and Juan-Louis never goes anywhere without his Leatherman multi-tool.
Klaas and Yvett: The Stylish Duo
Klaas is a 50-year-old business consultant, and Yvett (40) owns a beauty salon.
They live in Pretoria East, Gauteng, and believe their strengths – Klaas' practical skills and Yvett's style and problem-solving abilities – make them formidable opponents.
He always has a drill at hand, and Yvett says she'd rather hang out in hardware stores than shopping malls.
Her favourite tool is a paintbrush, with a measuring tape a close second.
Her life motto is to do everything to the best of her ability.
Maggie and Gerrie: The Eclectic Couple
Maggie (36) is a research communications specialist, and her husband, Gerrie (40), is a financial advisor and former journalist.
They live with their children in Durbanville, outside Cape Town. If they had to describe their style, it would be colourful and eclectic.
His favourite tool is a band saw, and hers is a sewing machine or paintbrush – tools that can hide anything, in her opinion.
Their shared life motto is: Kind and brave.
Johann and Lee-Ann: The In-Laws
When Lee-Ann, a 38-year-old interior design student from Pretoria, heard about the competition, she asked her brother-in-law Johann, a 34-year-old structural engineer from Durbanville, to be her teammate.
They believe his passion for DIY projects and practical approach, combined with her love for designing small spaces and thinking outside the box, make them a dream team.
Johann's favourite tool is his multi-tool, while Lee-Ann loves "dancing" with a belt sander.
Wicus Pretorius, the editor of Tuis, is a judge as he is an expert in new trends and has a keen eye for design.
His fellow judges are:
- Magdalena Bobotoni, CEO of housekeeping at the prestigious Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg, with 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry;
- and Jessica Pieters, the creative force behind The DIY Studio on TikTok and the winner of Netwerk24's Influencer of the Year Award in the DIY category.
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See the six tiny home teams on kykNET's Klein Paradys
AmaGrootman
Channel: Mzansi Magic (DStv 161)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Reality
A reality show that dives deep into the lives of Port Shepstone's most talked-about gents.
These are men who have tasted the sweet fruits of newfound wealth, basking in a lifestyle of luxury, financially rewarding business ventures and dynamic romantic escapades.
Known as 'Omalume be soft life', these wealthy friends have experienced a dramatic transformation thanks to their financial success.
But behind their polished exteriors lie a tangle of personal struggles and untold stories.
The show focuses on the new money phenomenon, fast life, partying, dating and maintaining relationships that keep them grounded.
This goes beyond the "Fast Life" as these six friends manage their wealth, confront their issues and tackle unresolved conflicts.
Join Andile Khumalo, Bheki Hlophe, Busani Ndwalane, Bonga Madlala, Mpho Mbili and Jackey Ngcobo as they plunge themselves into KZN's vibrant culture and navigate the challenges of success and personal growth.
Doctor Odyssey
Channel: Disney+
TX Time: 00h01
Genre: Drama, Medical Drama
From the mind of Ryan Murphy comes high-octane procedural Doctor Odyssey.
Max is the new on-board doctor for a luxury cruise ship where the staff works hard and plays harder.
It's all-hands-on-deck as Max and his small but mighty medical team navigate unique medical crises and each other, miles from shore.
Doctor Odyssey stars Joshua Jackson, Phillipa Soo, Sean Teale and Don Johnson.
In the series premiere, "Pilot": Max Bankman is The Odyssey's new onboard doctor, where the staff works hard and plays harder.
Max gets acquainted with Capt. Massey and his medical team, Avery and Tristan, while treating crises miles from shore.
Beauty in Black
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Drama
A stripper's fate takes a turn when she crosses paths with the wealthy, dysfunctional family behind a cosmetics dynasty and a devious trafficking scheme.
Beauty in Black follows two women leading very different lives.
While Kimmie is struggling to make a living after her mother kicked her out, and Mallory is running a successful business, they find themselves entangled in each other's lives.
The Pasta Queen
Channel: Prime Video
TX Time: 00h01 (all episodes)
Genre: Food, Travel, Reality
This culinary travel series takes you through many regions to discover the beauty of cooking.
The series features Nadia Caterina Munno, descendant of an Italian pasta dynasty, who has racked up millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram.
Each episode, travel through Italy with Nadia, then spend time in her chef's kitchen as she shares essential ingredients from the Italian regions she visited, and makes authentic Italian dishes with love.
Nadia Caterina Munno is a bestselling author celebrated for her contagious energy, love for people, classic recipes, and spreading the beauty of Italy worldwide.
Born and raised in Rome, she comes from a long family line of pasta makers dating back to the 1800s.
Greatest Discoveries with Dan Snow
Channel: BBC Earth (DStv 184)
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Documentary Series
Dan Snow breathes new life into incredible archaeological discoveries, including Egypt's Valley of the Kings and the Roman town of Pompeii.
He explores how each discovery reached their crescendo, unpacking findings on the spot where they happened.
Valley of the Kings
A century after the discovery of Tutankhamun, Dan explores the battle to discover tombs and treasures in Egypt's Valley of the Kings.
This valley is home to some of the most spectacular archaeological finds the world has ever seen.
Dinosaur Valley
Dan travels across what used to be America's Wild West, 200 years ago, where fossil hunters battled to find new species of dinosaurs.
Pompeii: The Discovery
Dan explores the greatest archaeological time capsule ever discovered: the city of Pompeii.
The entire city and its people are frozen in time after the eruption of the volcano Mt Vesuvius.
Territory
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Drama, Western
When the world's largest cattle station is left without a clear heir, rival factions descend as a fierce generational struggle upends the land's future.
Sensing this once great dynasty is in decline, the outback's most powerful factions - rival cattle barons, desert gangsters, indigenous elders and billionaire miners - move in for the kill.
Thokoza Munt'wam
Channel: Mzansi Wethu (DStv 163)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Dating Game Show, Reality
Have you ever wondered how ancestral callings and matters of the heart coexist?
In Thokoza Munt'wam there are three couples each week - each unique in their dynamics, challenges and love languages.
These couples are on the ultimate quest: to balance the spiritual and physical worlds.
They are driven by love, but their unique spiritual journeys shape their relationships in ways most of us might never understand.
The burning question is: can their love survive their ancestral callings?
Zukiswa Vutela and Macdonald Mailula are known as Ndlovulati & Mcool Chuene who will give you a whole new perspective on age.
They have to deal with age differences and societal pressures to confronting personal and collective pasts.
Khanyisile Mnguni and Zanele Mnguni, also known as Slay & Zee, are two women, both from Christian backgrounds, battling issues of identity, spirituality and legacy.
What does it mean to stand by your partner when their beliefs are in complete contrast to yours?
Kamogelo Sello and Sinoyolo Mbotshwa are also known as Mercedes & Yolo.
Gogo Mercedes saw Yolo in a dream and reached out via Facebook. Their young love is loaded with unique challenges, but they're determined to navigate it all.
Jack Osbourne's Night of Terror
Channel: Travel Channel (DStv 179)
TX Time: 22h05
Genre: Paranormal, Supernatural, Documentary, Special
Embark on a night of terror unlike any other with paranormal investigator Jack Osbourne as he explores the most spine-chilling destinations across America with his famous family and closest celebrity friends.
Joining Osbourne is his famous family and some of his closest celebrity friends, who all have a desire to get a deeper understanding of what paranormal entities are lurking in the shadows of some of America's most historic and haunted locations.
The season kicks off with an unexpected twist as Sharon Osbourne's paranormal crash course turns into a medical emergency.
Over the course of the season Jack is joined by The Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne and sister Kelly as well as friends Jenny McCarthy, Jason Mewes and Jamie Kennedy for a series of all-night investigations that elicit terrifying, yet eye-opening paranormal findings.
Ozzy appears in the season finale, alongside Sharon, in an episode which will see Kelly and Jack visiting various haunted locales in an old town in Nevada.
From a seemingly friendly, yet very active haunting of an old museum in Illinois to an eerie medium session at a dilapidated estate that has an evil entity lurking in its basement, among other terrifying explorations, Jack Osbourne's Night of Terror features incredibly compelling new evidence of the paranormal.
In the season premiere, "Glen Tavern Inn": Jack is accompanied by his mother Sharon Osbourne to the Glen Tavern Inn, a century-old hotel in Santa Paula, California that has a colourful but tragic past.
While Sharon enters the investigation unsure about whether or not she believes in ghosts, the more time she and Jack spend at the Inn, the more she is convinced something dark is lurking in the hotel's historic suites.
As the investigation's energy grows, things take a dramatic turn.
Sharon lands in the crosshairs of one of the Inn's most volatile entities, an angry and oppressive male spirit known for overtaking female guests - ending in a still unexplained medical mystery.
Like a Dragon: Yakuza
Channel: Prime Video
TX Time: 00h01
Genre: Drama, Action
Released in 2005 by SEGA, the 'Yakuza' game series was positioned as an entertaining game for adults, which found massive fanfare amongst its target audience.
The series depicts the lives of fierce yet passionate gangsters and people living in a huge entertainment district, Kamurocho, a fictional district modeled after the violent Shinjuku ward's Kabukicho, that acts as the backdrop of the gameplay.
This Japanese action drama plunges into the dark underworld of the yakuza, exploring the universal theme of family not only through bloodline but also through ties between yakuza bosses and their underlings, orphans and their caretakers, as well as mentors and students.
These relationships are marked by deep affection at times, and by intense conflict at others, all intricately intertwined.
Set in the fictional town of Kamurocho, the story unfolds across two intersecting timelines - 1995 and 2005.
In 1995, eager to escape their restrictive lives, Kiryu and his friends, Nishiki, Yumi and Miho plan a heist at a local arcade.
However, the arcade is under the control of the Dojima Family, a powerful yakuza organisation that rules Kamurocho.
They dive into the yakuza-controlled underworld of 1995 Kamurocho.
Meanwhile, in 2005, Kiryu is set to be released from prison.
He learns from Detective Date that his friends are in danger and decides to return to Kamurocho to protect them.
However, their friendship has deteriorated, as tensions between the Tojo Clan and the Omi Alliance are at a boiling point.
Like a Dragon: Yakuza showcases modern Japan and the dramatic stories of these intense characters, such as the legendary Kazuma Kiryu, that games in the past have not been able to explore.
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