Umjolo: Day Ones (2024)
Release Year: 2024
Nation: South Africa
Alternative Title: Umjolo: Desde el primer día, Umjolo: Mais que Amizade, UMJOLO：朋友以上, Umjolo: Tellement proches, Umjolo: Kezdettől fogva
Director: Fikile Mogodi
Writer: Clive Madiya, Thuli Zuma
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Mariki van der Walt
Executive_Producer: Gugu Zuma-Ncube, Pepsi Pokane, Thuli Zuma
Companies: Stained Glass TV
Budget: N/A
Story
Umjolo: Day Ones follows the story of Zanele and Andile, two best friends who have been close since childhood. As Andile gets married and starts a family, Zanele begins to wonder if her feelings for him will ever extend beyond friendship. The film explores Zanele's struggles with her unrequited love as she navigates their evolving dynamic, ultimately forcing both friends to confront the complexities of their relationship.
Summary
Umjolo: Day Ones is a 2024 South African drama and romance film directed by Fikile Mogodi. Set in contemporary South Africa, the movie centers around Zanele and Andile, two lifelong friends whose bond is tested when Andile ties the knot and starts a family. The story delves into themes of love, friendship, and personal growth as Zanele grapples with her hidden feelings for Andile amidst the changing landscape of their relationship.
