Interracial kiss on popular soapie '7de Laan' causes a stir on social media
An interracial kiss on prime-time soapie '7de Laan' has
enraged fans.
Following an episode which aired on the 15th of January, some viewers of '7de Laan' have threatened to boycott the show.
This is after one of the show’s lead actresses, Carina Nel, who plays the character Alexa, kissed actor Nicholas Nkuna, whose character Fikani is her love interest in the show.
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According to the Rapport, Nel has even received hate mail for the scene.
The soapie has defended their decision to have an interracial love storyline.
In a statement posted via Twitter, the producers of the show said that they believe that love knows no colour and it was important to reflect that.
P/1 In light of our recent story line in which Fikani and Alexa share a kiss:
— 7de Laan (@Real7deLaan) January 22, 2019
As much as we respect our viewers’ right to voice their opinion, 7de Laan will not tolerate hate speech, racism or instigation of such narratives by any member of the public or media.
P/2 We stand by our diverse story lines that tell stories of a real South Africa in which we all strive to live harmoniously.
— 7de Laan (@Real7deLaan) January 22, 2019
Inter-racial relationships are prevalent and 7de Laan is focused on putting the real South Africa on Television.
P/3 It is our responsibility to show that art emulates life and in so doing 7de Laan shows the normality of the fact that love knows no age, gender or race.
— 7de Laan (@Real7deLaan) January 22, 2019
P/4 We love and appreciate all our viewers, fans and followers. Thank you for your unyielding support over the past 18- soon to be 19 years.
— 7de Laan (@Real7deLaan) January 22, 2019
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