Trending Now: Liema wins big, DJ Boonu passes away and the internet is relentlessly roasting that ‘Moana’ wig – Fans React

This week was certainly a week of highs and lows across the entertainment scene. From Liema Pantsi’s triumphant “Big Brother Mzansi” win to mounting criticism over the “Moana” live-action trailer and the sombre news of DJ Boonu’s passing.

Explore this week’s stories that made headlines below:

1. Liema Pantsi opens up about her “Big Brother Mzansi: Bazozwa” win

On Sunday night, March 22, Liema Pantsi was crowned the winner of “Big Brother Mzansi: Bazozwa”.

In an interview with “Independent Media Lifestyle”, she reflected on her season six win.

“It means that everyone deserves a second chance. It means that the world is really ready for the frequency I can only provide. I don’t have time to play. I’m taking my second chance and I’m running with it.

“Every mistake that I made in the beginning is a lesson I’m taking into my life as well. Redemption,” she said.

2. The Rock’s wig in the live-action “Moana” trailer sparks online outrage

Disney dropped the trailer for the live-action “Moana”  starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Maui and Catherine Laga’aia as Moana.

The trailer stirred up a public debate, with internet users expressing how unimpressed they were with The Rock’s bad wig, while some shared that “Moana” certainly did not need a live-action version.

The movie is scheduled to be released in theatres on July 10.

3. Dave to perform in SA this October

British rapper and actor, Dave, is set to perform in SA this year. The global rapstar is bringing his “The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour” to Pretoria and Cape Town this October.

Dave will perform at SunBet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria, on October 3, and at Grand Arena, GrandWest, Cape Town, on October 6.

Big Concerts Fan Club Presale opens Thursday, March 26 at 9.00 and general tickets go on sale on Friday, March 27 exclusively from Ticketmaster.

4. The entertainment industry mourns the passing of DJ Boonu

Durban-based artist DJ Boonu (real name Andile Chili) passed away in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The news of his sudden passing has sent shockwaves in the entertainment industry. Details surrounding his passing have not been revealed yet.

Maintaining a long-standing and successful professional relationship with DJ Tira’s powerhouse label, Afrotainment, DJ Boonu was considered a cornerstone of the popular label.

5. Usher reveals why he has no negative feelings towards Diddy

In a recent interview with “Forbes’ The Enterprise Zone”, American singer Usher attempted to explain why he still has respect for Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was convicted on prostitution-related charges.

He shared that he doesn’t have any animosity towards the controversial musician, and his experience with the music mogul throughout the years was/is different from how the world perceives him today.

“I don’t have anything negative to say about Sean Combs because my experience was not what the world has seen and how he’s been misrepresented,” he said.

6. Zozibini Tunzi-Bolowana celebrates first wedding anniversary

Our forever Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi-Bolowana, recently marked her first wedding anniversary with her husband, Luthando.

To celebrate this special occasion, the actress shared a throwback video of their wedding day on social media, reflecting on the day she said “I do” to her husband.

The video features highlights of the wedding day, such as the walk down the aisle, the exchange of vows, their first kiss as a married couple, and the reception where they danced with their loved ones well into the night.

7. Kwesta and Yolanda Vilakazi celebrate their 7th anniversary

Rapper Kwesta and his wife, Yolanda Vilakazi, celebrated their seven years of marriage as well as 16 years of love.

Taking to Instagram, Yolanda shared a video of the day they got married, showcasing heartfelt moments from their special day.

The heart-warming post took a hilarious turn when Yolanda instructed fans to check the last slide of the post, which features a viral video of Musa Mseleku saying that divorce is certainly not an option during a diary session with his wife, Nokukhanya Yeni Mseleku, on their reality show “Uthando Nesthembu”.

8. Kurt Darren’s “6 7” song sparks mixed reactions online

Afrikaans musician Kurt Darren released a new track titled “6 7”, prompting mixed reactions on the internet.

In Gen Z language, “6-7” basically means to reject, dismiss, or shut something down completely, which became a popular word on social media that everyone started to use.

Social media users shared that the song is the “worst thing” they have ever heard, while others commented, “jealous of the man I was before I listened to this,” which is not just a comment, it’s a cry for help.

9. YFM announces 2026 line-up with new digital shows

YFM has officially announced its new and massive line-up that is effective from April 1.

According to the Y’s programme manager, Phindile Ziqubu, the fresh line-up is a “true reflection” of where they are headed as a brand, and they want to produce a more louder and bolder content to connect with their audience.

Joining the new line-up are Uncool MC, Lerai, Karen Mthethwa, Barbara “Baxbara” Hoagie, Thulz Madala, Munaka, DJ Sliqe and Roiii.

10. Charlie Puth announces birth of first child with wife Brook Sansone

American singer and songwriter, Charlie Puth, announced that he welcomed his first child with his high school sweetheart, Brooke Sansone.

In the announcement that was made on Instagram, Puth shared that his son was born on Friday, March 13.

The post was accompanied by a series of images that show glimpses of adorable baby Jude, who just made his entrance into the world.