From Bonko Khoza to Lunathi Mampofu and Melusi Mbele, see the cast of Levels in some of their acclaimed roles on DStv.
If you’re looking to fill the gap left by the second season of Shaka iLembe having come to an end on a Sunday evening, Levels is Mzansi Magic’s next must-watch drama. The gripping crime series stars Lunathi Mampofu and Bonko Khoza, and it’s already gained a strong fan following.
New episodes of Levels Season 1 air Sundays at 8PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161, and it’s already developing a reputation as a show that will keep the viewers on the edge of their seats.
Catch Levels every Sunday at 8PM only on Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161) and on DStv Stream. Make it your weekly appointment for drama, suspense, and twists that’ll leave you guessing until the very end.
Special agents, one billion missing Rands, and dangerous secrets
Levels poses the ultimate “what if” question: what would you do if a billion Rand landed in your lap – no strings attached?
From the multi-award-winning writer and producer Busisiwe Ntintili (The Ntintili Factory), Levels follows Special Agent Bongi Nkosi (played by Lunathi Mampofu), who is tasked with cracking the case of R1 billion in foreign currency mysteriously disappearing in a heist at a private airport.
But things quickly get complicated when she's partnered with rising star Detective Steve Vilakazi (Bonko Khoza), who brings his own agenda and secrets to the investigation. As the pieces unravel, so does Bongi’s carefully hidden connection to the case.
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Meet the cast of Levels and where to see them on DStv
Lunathi Mampofu
As Bongi Nkosi, the sharp and determined Special Agent at the centre of the investigation in Levels, SAFTA nominee Lunathi Mampofu has a commanding on-screen presence. She also delivers standout performances in the gritty telenovela Inimba, airing weekdays at 9PM, and the time-travel romance 1802: Love Defies Time, on Mondays to Wednesdays at 7PM – both on Mzansi Magic Channel 161.
Bonko Khoza
SAFTA winner Bonko Khoza stars as Special Agent Steve Vilakazi, a man with a hidden agenda. Known for his emotionally charged, layered performances, Khoza currently leads the supernatural thriller Ithonga, airing weekdays at 8:30PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161, and the psychological crime series Red Ink, which you will find on DStv Stream.
Melusi Mbele
Melusi Mbele steps into the role of Frans Mnguni, a calculated and charismatic heist leader in Levels. Celebrated for his magnetic on-screen presence and commanding intensity, Mbele joins the epic historical saga in Shaka iLembe Season 2 – now available to binge on DStv Stream.
Luyanda Zuma
Former Miss SA finalist Luyanda Zuma plays Pilot Mo, the skilled pilot with secrets of his own. She made waves in Shaka iLembe Season 2, available on DStv Stream.
Bheki Mkhwane
Bheki Mkhwane, known for powerful roles like Samson Ndlovu in Isibaya and Bukhosi Hlophe in The River, commands the screen as Sibisi. He also appeared in the crime drama Reyka, available on DStv Stream.
Joseph Sedibo
Joseph plays Buhle Mnguni, a fake Xtra Force security guard. You might recognise him from his standout roles in 016FM, available on DStv Stream
Charmaine Mtinta
A veteran of South African television, Charmaine Mtinta takes charge as Esmeralda Mamabola, the no-nonsense Xtra Force Security Manager in Levels. You’ll recognise the SAFTA-winning actress as the formidable Dorah in the political action-drama Empini, and in acclaimed shows like the iEmmy-nominated The River.
Unathi Mkhize
Unathi Mkhize is Sihle Mnguni, another fake Xtra Force guard. You've seen him in the hit drama The River, and the comedy Roomies.
Ntobeko Mathebula
Ntobeko Mathebula portrays Mdu, the airport refueller drawn into the chaos. Telenovela fans will recognise him fromThe Queen.
Levels’ stellar cast also includes Zukisa Matola, Kabomo Vilakazi, Neo Mekgwe, Momo Matsunyane, and Sikelelwa Vuyeleni.
More like Levels to watch on DStv
As Shaka begins his reign as the new Zulu king, there's love, drama, betrayal, and so much more. The scenery is breath-taking while the music lifts the soul. How will he hold onto his power? Watch his journey on DStv Stream.
Black Gold
Set in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, Black Gold follows the gripping journey of Amandla Zungu, who is a principled daughter of the soil, cast out of her ancestral home after being falsely accused of her father’s murder. Tune in Monday to Thursday at 6:30PM on BET Channel 129.
Inimba
Inimba is a tale of love, sacrifice, and the unstoppable force of a mother’s bond with her child. Zoleka Mabandla had it all but when her husband forced her to choose between her ambition and their family, she made the ultimate sacrifice. Fast-forward 20 years and she is now a tech mogul, looking to reclaim her life and the daughter she lost. But she soon learns that the past doesn’t let go that easily. Catch Inimba weekdays at 9PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161.
Ithonga
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of KwaZulu-Natal, Ithonga is a thrilling drama about love, brotherhood and the unbreakable bond of twins. Ever heard that twins share a soul? That their fates are forever linked, no matter how different their lives turn out? Watch Ithonga weekdays at 8:30PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161.
Levels airs Sundays at 8PM on Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161) and DStv Stream. Get ready to chase the money – and the truth.
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