‘The Mommy Club’ bashed for lack of authenticity
Showmax’s Mommy Club released a new episode, causing a social media frenzy around Mpumi’ Mrs Mops’ Mophatlane and Tshego Manche, with Twitter users sharing their thoughts on the lack of authenticity in the show. ALSO READ: ‘The Mommy Club’ serves opulence and motherhood on Showmax MOMMY CLUB: BRING ON THE DRAMA! Showmax’s hit series, Mommy […]
Showmax’s Mommy Club released a new episode, causing a social media frenzy around Mpumi’ Mrs Mops’ Mophatlane and Tshego Manche, with Twitter users sharing their thoughts on the lack of authenticity in the show.
ALSO READ: ‘The Mommy Club’ serves opulence and motherhood on Showmax
MOMMY CLUB: BRING ON THE DRAMA!
Showmax’s hit series, Mommy Club, delivered another drama-filled episode this Tuesday, 11 July. Viewers were left with excitement and opinions as social media lit up with discussions. The latest episode started on a heartwarming note, featuring Mpumi ‘Mrs. Mops’ Mophatlane bonding with her children. Setting a warm tone for what was to come.
The episode’s highlight was a meetup between Mpumi and Tshego Manche, better known as Ms. Manche. They discussed recent events, including the tense confrontation between Ms. Manche and Her Majesty.
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The source of the conflict emerged from Her Majesty’s comment at Nunurai’s son’s party. She had referred to Ms. Manche’s five-year-old son as ‘wild.’ Naturally, Ms. Manche was upset. She sought solace in sharing her frustrations with Mrs Mops, who didn’t hesitate to question whether Ms. Manche’s son displayed any type of wild behaviour at the party.
MOMMY CLUB SETS TWITTER ABLAZE
The episode’s drama didn’t end on the screen; it spilt over onto Twitter. Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela started voicing his thoughts on the show. Phil minced no words, claiming that Mommy Club lacked authenticity. Phil suggested a revamp for the series, urging the show’s creators to give the characters more depth, and expand their lives on camera.
One thing #RHODurban does so well is that there is a clear story arc for the ladies for each season.
Reality TV like any tv show is about storytelling. You need the audience to connect with cast as “characters” and have pay-offs for situations. #TheMommyClub misses this!
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) July 11, 2023
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Imagine having Mrs Mops go to cousin’s wedding in Tsakane and having to deal with chopping veggies!
Can these women actually have lives on camera!!!
Who are they? What do they do? Expand #TheMommyClub universe or this show is dead on arrival
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) July 11, 2023
REALITY TV AUTHENTICITY
The Twitterverse joined the conversation. Viewers and fans of the show started sharing their perspectives and echoed the need for more authenticity and relatability in Mommy Club. The commentary on social media created a lively atmosphere as fans passionately voiced their opinions.
Most scenes in this show look staged and have left me to give up around episode 2 or so coz if I wanted to watch a telenovela I would’ve done that bandla😭
— Isfundiswa🎓 (@Sli_Simelane) July 11, 2023
Fans want more authenticity from the Mommy Club.
I noticed it was stage when she pretended to leave, but waited for Mrs Mops downstairs. Like, why would you wait for the very person who upset you to the point of leaving to come explain themselves ?🫠 And then she pretended to be making a phone call and completely forgot it
— Just Tshephang (@JustMKKN) July 11, 2023
As viewers crave a deeper connection with the characters and a more authentic narrative, it remains to be seen whether the creators will take this feedback to heart. With each episode of Mommy Club, the drama escalates, leaving faithful fans eagerly anticipating the next twist and turn.