THE premiere of the groundbreaking boxing drama, Pound 4 Pound, on BET (DStv channel 129) on September 29 is set to champion the voices of extraordinary women through powerful storytelling.
A 13-part drama series, Pound 4 Pound, explores the high-stakes world of women’s boxing in Africa, delivering a powerful narrative of resilience, empowerment and the pursuit of greatness.
The series follows Lindiwe Mkhwanazi, portrayed by Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa, a passionate advocate for women’s boxing and the chief operations officer of the South African Boxing Federation.
Lindiwe finds herself in hot water after prematurely registering an all-women’s team for the Africa Unite Boxing Championship in Lagos, Nigeria.
To get the team ready, she recruits a washed-up former boxing champion, Dingaan “Tiger” Nkosi, played by Mduduzi Mabaso Mdakane, to train the amateur women boxers.
Most of these women have never boxed before, but see an opportunity in joining the team.
Their journey unfolds a compelling narrative that mirrors the real-life challenges and victories of everyday women.
It is a story about underdogs rising to greatness and women breaking barriers in male-dominated fields.
“Taking on the role of Lindiwe Mkhwanazi has been an incredibly empowering experience for me. Pound 4 Pound is a story that breaks the mould and challenges the ceiling of what female potential is perceived to be in society, proving that it is truly limitless,” Mlotshwa said.
“I hope this story resonates with viewers and sparks conversations about the power of resilience and the boundless strength of women.”
Produced by Bakwena Productions, the drama’s cast include Mduduzi Mabaso, Gabisile Tshabalala, Kealeboga Masango, Kwanele Mthethwa, Nicole Bessick, Sne Mbatha, Zolisa Xaluva and Brandon Auret.