From Script to Screen: Behind Mzansi Magic’s New Drama Strings Attached
Monday, May 18, 2026 | 60 Views |
Thabile Ngwato - Executive Producer String Attached
Ray Content Hub on what inspired the show’s production
Strings Attached airs every Monday at 8pm on Mzansi Magic (Channel 161) and tells the story of a young woman who drops out of school to support her family. Her life takes a drastic turn when she captures the attention of a wealthy and powerful man.
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