E! Live from the Red Carpet: Oscars 2025
Channel: E! (DStv 124)
TX Time: 23h00
Genre: Special
Hollywood's biggest night is here and E! is rolling out the red carpet for the 97th Academy Awards.
Airing live at 23h00, E! Live from the Red Carpet: Oscars 2025 will give an exclusive front-row seat to the exciting buildup, the unforgettable fashion and the star-studded arrivals.
Directly afterwards you can also tune into Red Carpet Rundown: Oscars 2025.
In this 30-minute special, the hosts will provide behind-the-scenes insights, offering an entertaining and informative dive into the world of red-carpet fashion.
Packed with interviews and insider details, the episode aims to set the stage for a night filled with style and sophistication.
The E! hosts will be on the ground at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, capturing every dazzling moment as cinema's brightest stars make their grand entrances.
With on-camera interviews and live reactions, the E! special programming will give an insider's look at Hollywood's most celebrated stars.
From jaw-dropping fashion moments to interviewing the biggest names in entertainment, E! Live from the Red Carpet: The 2025 Oscars promises to be the ultimate destination for every film and fashion fan.
The 97th Academy Awards
Channel: M-Net Movies 1 (DStv 104)
TX Time: 02h00 (Monday morning)
Genre: Awards
The 97th Academy Awards ceremony will honour the best films of 2024 and is held in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre.
Late-night talk show host Conan O'Brien will host the show for the first time.
The nominees were announced on 23 January by actors Rachel Sennott and actor Bowen Yang.
Emilia Pérez received the most nominations with 13, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked with 10 each.
Presenters include Nick Offerman, Dave Bautista, Halle Berry, Sterling K. Brown, Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Robert Downey Jr., Elle Fanning, Harrison Ford, Whoopi Goldberg, Selena Gomez, Goldie Hawn, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, John Lithgow, Connie Nielsen, Amy Poehler, Ben Stiller, Emma Stone and Oprah Winfrey.
Doja Cat, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, LISA of Blackpink, Queen Latifah and RAYE will participate in performances celebrating the filmmaking community and some of its legends.
The live broadcast airs on M-Net Movies 1 at 02h00, with the repeat airing on M-Net at 22h00 on Monday evening.
Nkalakatha: the Life of Mandoza
Channel: SABC1
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Biopic, Drama, Miniseries
Biopic drama series which is a dramatization of Mandoza's life from his humble beginnings, his meteoric rise to stardom, and the bittersweet years leading up to his death.
The series shows the human side of the South African icon and pays homage to a man who reigned as a true powerhouse in the South African entertainment scene, leaving an indelible mark during the earlier years of our young democracy.
It's the dawn of South Africa's liberation; big-hearted, impulsive Mduduzi from Zola township dreams of having a home and wants to help his mother and family.
Kwaito is his one-way ticket.
This is a story of a young man with a dream, a personal dream that finds him unprepared and soon overwhelms him.
The dream becomes a nightmare. This is a story of the person behind the superstar Mandoza.
This six-part biopic delves into his emotional and personal struggles in a way that gives a sense of his ‘human' side.
It is the rise of the star, the resilience of a young boy from Soweto and restoration.
The role of Mandoza is played by Wiseman Mncube; Lorraine Moropa plays his wife, Mpho Tshabalala, an integral force behind the realisation of this biopic.
Dawn Thandeka King portrays Nomazwe, capturing the significant moments in Mandoza's journey; Lillian Dube plays Gogo, while Nkosinathi "Mzambiya" Khoza takes on the role of Sechaba "Lollipop".
The series stars Wiseman Mncube as Mandoza, Lorraine Moropa as Mpho Tshabalala, Khotso Phosa as Young Mandoza, Lindo Sothole as General, Nkosinathi Khoza as Lollipop, Fanele Zulu as Nhlanhla, Phenius Bullets as Fana, Lillian Dube as Gogo and Dawn Thandeka King as Mother.
With the guidance and permission of Mpho Tshabalala, Mandoza's widow, who serves as an executive producer, Nkalakatha: The Life of Mandoza offers an authentic portrayal of the legendary musician's life, showcasing his immense talent, resilience and the profound impact he had on countless lives.
Directed by Zuko Nodada, Nkalakatha: The Life of Mandoza promises to be a journey of inspiration, resilience and the triumph of the human spirit.
TVSA Show Page: Nkalakatha: the Life of Mandoza
Malika: The Lion Queen
Channel: S3
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Documentary
The exhilarating and harrowing life of Malika, a lioness in South Africa's Kruger National Park.
Narrated by actress Angela Bassett and produced by the producers of Planet Earth II, Blue Planet and Hostile Planet, we journey with Malika as she deals with the hardships of moving from childhood to adulthood.
The lioness must learn to hunt and help protect the pride from deadly intruders.
The story of Malika is one of hardship, loneliness, and determination.
She must battle her uncles to establish a territory of her own where she can start a family.
Who is Luigi Mangione?
Channel: Investigation Discovery (DStv 171 / StarSat 223)
TX Time: 21h55
Genre: True Crime, Documentary
Luigi Mangione's success-driven life takes a radical detour amid accusations of killing an insurance CEO.
Now, his secretive world snaps into focus.
Days after the killing of a high-profile CEO in midtown Manhattan, police rely on surveillance footage and the public's help to find the suspect.
Symon's Dinners Cooking Out 5
Channel: Food Network (DStv 175)
TX Time: 16h05
Genre: Food
Food Network star and Iron Chef Michael Symon is back with new episodes of his outdoor cooking series, Symon's Dinners Cooking Out.
After capturing an audience when Michael invited fans to cook a nightly dinner with him live on Food Network Kitchen's Facebook page, the show became a hit, with Michael sharing family recipes and stories using pantry-friendly ingredients with step-by-step cooking instructions for viewers at home.
Joined by his wife Liz, social media manager Liv, and frequent appearances by his puppy Norman, Michael returns with 10 self-shot episodes showcasing some of his favourite outdoor dishes and cooking techniques perfect for summer, while demonstrating how simple and fun it is to make amazing meals at home.
Over the course of the season Michael shares tips and tricks for working an everyday backyard grill to create amazing, simple meals to make at home.
From grilled foods to unconventional entrées, Michael's passion for cooking is ever on display as is his desire to help viewers create home-cooked dishes for themselves and their families.
In the Season 5 premiere, "A Few of My Favorite Things": Michael is ready to celebrate Dad, and he kicks things off with smoked brisket chili, a Texas classic with a personal twist Dad will love.
Then, there's cornbread with honey butter, inspired by a special memory at Hatchet Hall.
For the grand finale, Michael makes chocolate peanut butter bars with bruléed marshmallow, a delectable treat that'll put a smile on Dad's face.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill, "California Dreaming": Michael enjoys a golden summer with his California-inspired grilled feast.
First up is the underappreciated smoked tri-tip, sliced for maximum flavour, followed by a grilled avocado salad with "cranch" dressing, a unique and refreshing choice when you can't wait to dig in.
Then, Liz takes over dessert with a strawberry chiffon cake that's bursting with summer flavours.