Actress Meets Her Match, Pound 4 Pound!

Actress Gabisile Tshabalala is making waves with her new role in the BET drama series Pound 4 Pound.

The 34-year-old takes on the character Genesis, an exotic dancer and sex worker, in a performance that has taught her not to judge the people she portrays.

Gabisile plays Genesis, a woman with dreams of starting a new life in Tanzania by opening a restaurant on Zanzibar Beach.

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However, her plans are derailed when her Nigerian pimp robs her of her life savings. Desperate to keep her dreams alive, Genesis decides to join a boxing team and aims for a gold medal, which comes with a R1 million prize.

The series follows a group of women, including Genesis, as they navigate their way through a boxing tournament. Gabisile shared that her character has a complex backstory, struggling with academics and facing judgment from her family.

Despite the challenges, Genesis forms a strong bond with the team’s coach, based on mutual respect and understanding.

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Gabisile expressed her desire to portray Genesis in a way that resonates with viewers, ensuring that exotic dancers and sex workers feel respected when watching her performance.

She emphasized the importance of not judging her character, drawing from her own experiences and the people she has encountered throughout her life.

The actress, known for constantly challenging herself, revealed that playing Genesis pushed her out of her comfort zone. She embraced the opportunity to explore a character that many may overlook or misunderstand.

Gabisile hopes that her portrayal of Genesis will not only entertain but also offer a deeper understanding of people living lives different from the norm.