Bongile Mantsai Discusses The Challenges Of Family Loyalty In 'family Rugby'

A gripping tale of family, loyalty and tough choices is set to captivate audiences on eVOD with the release of 'Family Rugby,' directed by the acclaimed Thomas Gumede.

This powerful drama delves into the complex life of Dumisani, a young rugby star torn between the passion for his sport and the overwhelming struggles of his township life.

Seventeen-year-old Dumisani, portrayed by the emerging talent Buntu Zatu, finds himself in a precarious position. With aspirations of a brighter future as a rugby prodigy, his world is suddenly shattered when his older brother Yongi, played by Ayanda Makhayi, sacrifices himself to protect their mother, Lulekwa Zandile Msutwana, during a botched robbery.

This tragic event leaves Dumisani grappling with grief and the urgent responsibility of caring for his family.

His father Wawa Anele Matoti, once a promising rugby player, now struggles with alcoholism, further complicating Dumisanis journey. As the young man navigates a treacherous path filled with dangerous choices and high-stakes heists, he faces a crucial question: will he manage to escape the criminal influences surrounding him and fulfil his ambitions on the rugby field?