Songbird and actress Sanaipei Tande popularly known as Sana has come out to give her fans some “closure” on her abrupt departure from popular Tv series Kina, shutting down all the speculations surrounding her exit.
In a long Instagram caption, she started by confirming her exit officially and admitting that there have been speculations on her decision with varied reasons being thrown about. She went on to clarify and told her fans that the main reason is exhaustion unlike what many assumed.
“Wow! Where to begin….Well, many of you are aware that I am no longer playing the role of Nana Tandala in the ongoing series KINA.
There has been alot of speculation as to why this is, with an array of reasons being thrown around.
For clarification and accuracy, I chose to leave due to exhaustion and consequently much needed rest”.
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Sana confessed just how much she enjoyed her role, Nana and thanked her fans for not just being supportive but for also reach out to her when they heard of her exit. She was also grateful to the cast and crew of the series.
“I thank each and every one of you who has shown great love, support and concern through numerous messages, comments and compliments. I assure you I have read ALL of them 😊
I thoroughly enjoyed my time as “The Great Nana Mandi Tandala” and all facets of this phenomenal character. I will surely miss it”.
Her character will be played by Mwalimu Mbeki, who is no stranger on Tv. She is known for her roles in Selina and sincerely Daisy. Sanaipei wished her all the best as she took it over. she also hinted at a return to the screens, though timeless.
“I wish my successor @mbekimwalimu all the best as she tackles the ups and downs of the wife, mother, boss, brute and of ofcourse Auntiiieeee 🤣 that is NANA MANDI TANDALA.
I look forward to being back on your screens soon ❤️”
‘Kina’ is a drama series that airs on Maisha Magic Plus and Showmax. It is a story of power, revenge, and justice. The show revolves around Nana, a powerful lawyer who leads a double life as a crime boss. Sanaipei won a Kalasha Award for Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama in 2022 for her role as Nana.