Comedian Celeste Ntuli is up for some major awards at the upcoming Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards. While she is nominated in several categories, she expressed that winning the Best Comedy Festival or Show Award would mean the most to her.
Last year, Ntuli’s comedy special, inspired by the 1980s music group Brenda & The Big Dudes, called “Celeste N Da Big Dudes,” had a successful run in various major cities in South Africa. The show featured different top comedians in each city she performed in, adding a unique twist to the traditional comedy show format.
Ntuli’s show is nominated in the Best Comedy Festival or Show Award category alongside other notable comedy specials like Mpho Popps Birthday Comedy Special, Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, Bioscope Sundays, and That’s Not Funny: Moveable Feast Comedy Night. The public can vote for their favorite to win the award.
In addition to the Best Comedy Festival or Show Award, Ntuli is also nominated for the Headliner of the Year Award and the Comedian of the Year Award. She expressed her gratitude for the nominations and mentioned that being recognized by the Comics Choice Awards is always an honor.
The upcoming awards ceremony, which will be the 12th edition, is set to take place at The Lyric Theatre on Saturday, April 12. Ntuli is hopeful for a win in the Best Comedy Festival or Show category, as it would be a testament to the hard work and creativity she put into her show.
In a heartwarming moment, Ntuli received a blessing to use the title “Celeste N Da Big Dudes” from Brenda Fassie’s son, Bongani Fassie. This approval from the iconic pop band’s family member added a special touch to Ntuli’s show, and she believes it was a nod of approval from Brenda Fassie herself.
Recently, Ntuli was in London as part of Nigerian comedian Basketmouth’s “Yes I Said It Tour” in England. Basketmouth praised Ntuli as the best female comedian in Africa, adding to her growing reputation in the comedy scene. Ntuli expressed her gratitude for the recognition and the opportunity to perform for diverse audiences abroad.
Overall, Ntuli’s journey in the comedy world continues to gain momentum, with accolades and praise from fellow comedians and audiences alike. Her unique blend of humor and creativity has solidified her position as one of the top comedians in Africa, and she looks forward to continuing to entertain audiences around the world with her special brand of comedy. The impact of social media on mental health has been a topic of much debate in recent years. While social media platforms have undoubtedly revolutionized the way we communicate and connect with others, there are growing concerns about the negative effects they may have on our mental well-being.
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