(Kelly Clarkson hosts the 2020 Billboard Music Awards))
This week, everybody will be “Kung Fu Fighting” with the debut of a new action channel, KIX, on DStv Channel 114. With a wide variety of movies on offer, DStv has selected a few highlights. There’s also next-level drama as Isono returns to our screens. For those who prefer a tamer ride, the second episode of Chasing the Sun might be more your speed (after all, we know how it ends).
And if you’re craving a concert, the incredible performances at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards will leave you dancing in your living room.
Here’s just a taste of what’s in store for the week of October 9 to 15 on DStv.
2020 Billboard Music Awards
Thursday, October 15 on 1 Magic (DStv
Channel 103). LIVE at 02h00 CAT - Replay at 20h30 CAT
It’s a hat trick for Kelly Clarkson, who
returns to host the rescheduled BBMA’s for an impressive third year.
Unsurprisingly, Post Malone leads with 16 nominations and will be performing on
the night at one of the music world’s most entertaining ceremonies of the year
while Good as Hell singer Lizzo has
12 nominations – not bad for her first time! The performances for this year
will certainly make a splash with fan favourites such as BTS, Bad Bunny and En
Vogue confirmed. Country crooner Garth Brooks will also be receiving the ninth
ever ICON Award. With music greats like Prince, Janet Jackson and Mariah Carey
in this appropriately-named category, he’s in excellent company.
New on KIX (DStv Channel 114)
A new channel dedicated to all things
action-packed. From thrillers to classics, here is a selection of action movies
that you never knew you needed.
Black Maiden: Chapter A (Horror)
Friday, October 9 at 21h00
This sequel to Black Maiden: Chapter Q is a perfect late-night thriller to get you
in the Spooktober mood. Two girls from different backgrounds are adopted into a
wealthy family. But when the family finances take a turn for the worst, they
realise they can only keep one of the orphans. With a comfortable life with a
loving family in the balance, their sisterly-bond turns dark.
The Fast and The Fierce (Action)
Saturday, October 10 at 20h24
Think of this as Speed for the skies:
Terrorists have planted a bomb on a passenger plane that will explode as soon
as they go below 800 feet (240 metres). As the travellers work to keep the
plane in the air, they also need to diffuse the bomb before they run out of
fuel.
God of War (Historical Action)
Sunday, October 11 at 19h00
Based on historical events of the 16th
century, two commanders have been given the difficult task of keeping the
Chinese coastline safe from the Samurai-turned-pirate crew. When they realise
they are outnumbered, the commanders decide to train local villagers in the art
of war.
The Blood Brothers (Action Drama)
Monday, October 12 at 19h00
First released in 1973, this classic movie
has achieved cult-like status from action enthusiasts across the world. Three
aimless men find meaning as they defend the public against hoodlums and
bandits. When one of them decides to change his path and pursue a path in local
government, this new ambition disrupts their lives.
Croctober
Sunday, October 11 on National Geographic WILD
(DStv Channel 182) from 18h00 to 20h30
It’s week two of the fiercest predator
showcase – and it’s about to get even wilder. If you’ve ever wondered how these
semi-aquatic ambush predators coexist in water and land, then get comfy on the
couch for some snapping good fun. Here’s what you can enjoy this week:
18h00: Hippo
versus Croc
Exploring the uneasy relationship between
hippos and crocodiles – and how it turns deadly.
18h48: Jaguars
versus Crocodile
Wildlife photographer Steve Winter and
cameraman Bertie Gregory capture footage of the jaguars in the Pantanal of
Brazil hunting caiman in the water.
19h37: Croc
Inside Out
Two specialists explain how the Nile
Crocodile’s physiology and adaptations make it the perfect ambush predator.
Isono
Monday to Thursday from Monday, October 12 on
BET (DStv Channel 129) at 21h30
This local telenovela has come back from
hiatus and is even more spicy than before.
Things get even trickier as Abednego returns to Johannesburg. And this time, his violent and criminal skills make him a formidable friend – or a dangerous enemy. With all these plot twists, you’ll want to watch weekly to keep up with all the drama and intrigue.
Day-by-day highlights
Wian S1
Watch from Friday, October 9 on VIA (DStv
Channel 147) at 20h00
South Africa’s TikTok street magic
sensation, Wian Magic (Wian Van Den Berg), is bringing his illusions, magic
tricks and pranks to TV again. He’ll be stopping strangers in the street to
pull them into his magic tricks as he strives to dazzle, baffle, entertain and
amaze. Think Dynamo, think David Blaine – but with South Africa jokes.
Haunted
Gingerbread Showdown S2
Watch from Saturday, October 10 on Food
Network (DStv Channel 175) at 19h55
In each episode, host Clinton Kelly calls
on three of the US’s best gingerbread artists to create masterpieces based on a
variety of spooky topics. The season starts with a fun episode in which the
bakers must create tributes to the horror comedy film Ghostbusters to celebrate
its 35th birthday this year.
Murder
Wall S1
Watch from Sunday, October 11 on CBS Justice
(DStv Channel 170) at 19h00
This true crime re-enactment series
presents evidence in real-life investigations to viewers piece by piece,
challenging us to solve the crime. But don’t be too sure of yourself as each of
these cases involves some surprising twists and dramatic discoveries.
(Left: The Secret History Of Air Force One)
Starts Sunday, October 11 on History (DStv
Channel 186) at 21h20
This one-hour documentary special takes us
inside Air Force One itself – the plane dedicated to transporting the US
President – with exclusive and archival footage as well as interviews with
insiders. It’s time to explore the history of the most famous aircraft in the
US.
Weekdays from Monday, October 12 on M-Net
(DStv Channel 101) at 17h00
Grey’s Anatomy S16
Watch from Monday, October 12 on M-Net City
(DStv Channel 115) at 19h10
M-Net City Grey’s fans can enjoy double
episodes of this twisty 21-episode season. Meredith Grey is going to jail
(briefly) while her former BFF, Christina (Sandra Oh – not on the screen,
alas), is playing matchmaker and sends Meredith the way of sexy surgeon Cormac
Hayes. Richard Webber has a job change, a health scare and a marriage meltdown
on the horizon.
(Right: Nataniël
presents “Toegang”)
Monday, October 12 on KykNET (DStv Channel
144) at 20h30
South African cabaret artist, cook and
lifestyle king Nataniël will be taking us around the country with his special
all-access pass to places we weren’t allowed to enter during the pandemic
lockdown Level 3. He’ll take us on an insider tour of some iconic buildings’
art collections, inner workings and surprise features, and he’ll be taking
along his stove plate to whip up a special meal in each location.
Lekunutu S1
Watch from Tuesday, October 13 on Moja Love
(DStv Channel 157) at 21h30
This series serves as a safe platform for
mothers and fathers to reveal massive secrets that could completely break down
their families – or set their children on the path to a changed understanding
of themselves and a true connection with the ancestors. People will be coming
clean about paternity secrets, and the show will be helping to reunite children
with the fathers they never knew they had.
Naked And Afraid XL S5
Watch from Wednesday, October 14 on
Discovery Channel (DStv Channel 121) at 20h55
This season’s 12 all-star survivors will be
dropped off on the island of Palawan in the Philippines – and challenged to
survive 40 days in the wilderness with only their two chosen items to aid them.
No clothes, no food, no shelter, no water. They’ll be dropped off in the ocean
by boat in teams of three and have to swim for the island, dodging sharks.
(Left: Dr
Lauren Thielen)
Starts Wednesday, October 14 on National
Geographic WILD (DStv Channel 182) at 18h00
Dr Lauren Thielen (Dr T) from pet-and-vet
series Dr K’s Exotic Animal ER is
opening up her own exotic animal practice in her home state of Texas. She’s
next door to one of the state's largest and busiest animal hospitals. Dr T will
be one of 12 specialists called on to treat everything from emus to hedgehogs,
lemurs to cockatiels. There’s even a kangaroo. She specialises in the smaller
exotic animals, who require the most delicate of handling. “In Florida and
Texas, for the most part, the climate is acceptable but they’re also the
biggest hubs for exotic animal importation – actually, Texas being huge for
that. So I think that’s why we get a lot of it,” explains Dr T. “I like the
little prickly or fuzzy ones – or animals that I can just carry around
effortlessly; that’s my type of pet or patient.”
Ghosts
Of Morgan City S1
Watch from Thursday, October 15 on Travel Channel
(DStv Channel 179) at 22h05
Former FBI agent Ben Hansen, paranormal
investigator Jereme Leonard, psychic medium Sarah Lemos and tech advisor K D
Stafford has narrowed their search to super-haunted Morgan City in Louisiana.
With the help of local historian Diane Wiltz, they’ll be uncovering the true
stories of restless spirits that might be haunting the community.
Living The Dream With Somizi S4
Watch from Thursday, October 15 on Mzansi
Wethu (DStv Channel 163) at 21h30
Somizi Mhlongo opens his new season with
preparations for his wedding to Mohale and getting everyone in his family
on-board with the fact that they’ll soon be Mr & Mr. Somizi. The show will
take viewers along as he respectfully approaches one of his grandparents to
discuss what they would expect in a traditional wedding between two men within
the Basotho culture. But it’s not all wedding plans, as consuming as that is.
We’ll be partying along with Somizi and his celebrity BFFs like Boity Thulo,
Bonang Matheba (looks like they're back in each other’s good books at last) and
his bestie, TT, who’s never afraid to throw some shade. And we’ll be there for
the morning after, too, as Somizi emerges groaning with his make-up smeared
after a night partying ’til 3 am. On the more serious side, he and Mohale will
be adjusting to living together and Somizi will be working on his relationship
with his daughter, Bahumi, and grappling with her decision to drop out of
university following her mom’s brush with death in a car accident.
uTatakho S7
Watch from Thursday, October 15 on Mzansi
Wethu (DStv Channel 163) at 19h00
Nimrod Nkosi is back helping people to
identify their biological fathers with paternity tests and assisting them to
reach out and make contact once they know the truth. Sometimes Nimrod will help
children to track down fathers who walked out on their families, leaving their
moms to struggle alone. But whatever the issue, Nimrod isn’t there to shame.
He’s there to ask the difficult questions needed to uncover the truth, with
warmth and understanding. Those coming to him for help are not just out to be
nosy and pry in their parents’ private business. This season, Nimrod will be
helping a young woman who grew up suspecting that her mother cheated with a man
who has the same surname as the man she’s now dating herself. Could they be
related?
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