Nolo Phiri
South african actress and businesswoman
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Nolo Phiri (born February 4, 1987)[1] is a South African actress, television producer, businesswoman and director, best known for her role as Niki in the South African soap opera Rhythm City and Losing Lerato (2019).
4 February 1987
- Actress
- film director
- producer
Losing Lerato 2
Nolo Phiri | |
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| Born | Lehlogonolo Phiri 4 February 1987 |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2017–present |
| Notable work | Losing Lerato Losing Lerato 2 |
| Television | Rhythm City |
Early life and education
Nolo Phiri attended the National School of the Arts before studying dramatic arts at the University of Witwatersrand, where she later completed an honours degree. During her time at Wits, she was mentored by filmmaker and producer Duma Ndlovu.[2]
Career
Acting
Phiri gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Niki, a troubled young woman, in Rhythm City.[3] Her performance was praised for its depth and authenticity. She has appeared in various other television shows and films.[4]
After leaving Rhythm City,[5][6][7] Phiri starred in commercially successful films including Kagiso Modupe's Losing Lerato (2019) and Home Wrecker (2023) which was a box office success.[8][9]
Producing and Directing
Beyond acting, Nolo Phiri has also made significant contributions as a television producer and director. She has worked on several South African television projects and has been involved in both creative and production capacities.[10][2]
Business career
Nolo Phiri's fashion brand was released in 2016 in partnership with designers Apples and Oranges‚ in Johannesburg.[11]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Losing Lerato | Detective Nkala | |
| 2023 | Home Wrecker | ||
| 2024 | Losing Lerato 2 | Detective Nkala |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Rhythm City | Niki | Main cast |
Filmmaking credits
Producer only
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