The momfluencers of Joburg have brought it on. The spice, the glam, the glitz and all the drama.
Now it’s time to spill the tea.
Although a reunion wasn’t on the cards for Showmax, tables have since turned and it's happening.
In the first season of The Mommy Club, we met Happy Simelane, also known as Her Majesty, Tshegofatso ‘Ms’ Manche, Ratile Mabitsela, Nunurai Mudarikwa and an even more familiar face on the reality TV screen, Nompumelelo Maphatlane fondly known as Mrs Mops.
From its premiere, the five IT moms had people glued to their screens. In fact, it got the most first-week views of any reality series on Showmax.
It comes as no surprise then that the show is renewed for a second season set to hit the screens in 2024.
Before that though, tea must be spilled at the reunion.
At the reunion, Her Majesty says she is going to set the record straight. “I am ready to confront everyone, especially a specific individual. I want her to tell me what her problem with me is. If there is going to be a collision, so be it.”
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Ratile feels like there are things that she wants to get off her chest at the reunion.
“At the end of the day, we are all humans. We make mistakes and, when we do, we need to try and resolve things. For me, I am willing to move forward with the ladies who want to.”
Speaking to Drum, she also says the 11 episodes of the season were not enough to address everything.
“During the 11 episodes of the show, there were some issues and topics that I didn't get the chance to address fully. I'd like to take the opportunity at the reunion to discuss these matters openly and honestly. It's important to me that we have a chance to clear the air and have meaningful conversations about any unresolved issues."
Despite having found herself at the centre of one of the biggest feuds this season, Mpumi is feeling zen and reflective ahead of the reunion. “My approach to this reunion is just to own my part and actions. There will be apologies made because, at the end of the day, we are all strong mothers and businesswomen and, at the crux of it, there is a friendship and a sisterhood.”
Nunurai, who gained a reputation for being confrontational this season says she is going to match people’s energies at the reunion.
“For me, it is simple: you get what you give. If you are nice, I will be nice. If you come at me sideways, you will receive my heat and don’t complain when I react.”
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Luxury girl Ms Manche, who tried as much as possible to stay away from conflict, spoke about how she is not interested in drama within friendships.
“Don’t involve me in any drama, the only drama I give is in my outfits.”
The reunion which will air on 5 December will be hosted by the award-winning TV presenter, Thembisa Mdoda who’s more than up for the challenge.
“As a mom, I jumped at the opportunity to host The Mommy Club reunion. I have always wanted to host a reunion so the fact that it came to me after all these years, with a show I truly love, is a blessing. So much has happened this season. It was explosive, so it is my duty as a seasoned host to get to the root of everything. I am going to get to the bottom of all the tea; I owe that to the viewers,” she says.
“My approach to hosting the reunion is simple. I am already a fan of the show, so I am going to tackle all the topics, even the hard-hitting ones, but I am going to do it gently. I too am a mom, and I understand some of the struggles that moms face. I am not here to judge the ladies; I am here to listen and make sure that everything is put on the table,” she adds.
