BIG Brother Mzansi delivered its first evictions on Sunday night, marking a major turning point in the season.
Daily Sun spoke to the two evicted housemates, who shared how it feels to be leaving the house so early.
Mamelodi's Ofentse and Mahikeng's Lawredo were the first to say their goodbyes after weeks of navigating challenges, forming alliances, and adjusting to life under constant surveillance.
Ofentse, whose real name is Ofentse Modise (26) from Mamelodi in Tshwane, said he hopes he represented his hometown.
"Everything I did was to show that Tshwane people don't play. We have this aura and energy that other people don't have. Just because we are from Pirara and everything I did, I would always call out 012, trying to push my hood," he said.
He said one of his biggest challenges was often being the most targeted.
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"Even when I pulled myself away from a situation like on the Saturday night party trying to keep myself away from the drama, it followed me. I feel like drama always followed me because they wanted to get a reaction from me," he said.
Ofentse said he plans to continue in the entertainment industry.
"I'd like to thank Big Brother Mzansi for giving a young boy from Mamelodi an opportunity to be on the grand stage of this big platform and my supporters, I say love love from my biggest heart," he said.
Lawrendo, whose real name is Lawrence Modise (32) from Mahikeng in the North West, said being evicted didn't feel good but he's excited about what lies ahead.
Known for his signature sound in the house, he explained its origin: "This sound started when I was home and I had to have a secret note with my grandmother for her to open the gate for me because I didn't have the remote. I would just shout like a peacock, and she'd wake up and open for me, so I started using it more frequently."
He said he hopes to be remembered for his creativity.
"My plans from here, I just hope my brands go on. I have two brands, gin and vodka. I just hope I get help and proper licencing so that it can be available nationwide. I'd also like to be on TV again. I've been on TV for over 10 years but only as an extra. That's why I'm saying being on Big Brother was a win because I got more airtime than being an extra," he said.
