
Zero in on the lucky No. 13-part BET Africa original drama sport series called “Pound 4 Pound” all set to make its debut on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 10 p.m. ET on BET. (Courtesy/BET)(Courtesy/BET)
Zero in on the lucky number 13-part BET Africa original drama sport series called “Pound 4 Pound” all set to make its debut on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 10 p.m. ET on BET.
Note: In the first season of “Pound 4 Pound,” a group of women will be “punching for survival.”
Note, that the series will continue with one episode weekly, with the finale on Wednesday, May 21.
HOW TO STREAM ‘POUND 4 POUND’ ONLINE FOR FREE
If you’re a cord-cutter or don’t have cable, you can watch the “Pound 4 Pound” online on any one of the following streaming platforms, and get it for free via a trial offer.
WHAT CHANNEL IS BET ON?
If you are watching on cable, catch the “Pound 4 Pound” on BET. It will additionally be simulcast on CBS.
You can find which channel BET is on by using the channel finders here: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV and Dish.
A LITTLE ABOUT THE UNIQUE SHOW
The production revolves around Lindiwe Mkhwanazi who takes a team of women boxers to a major tournament.
However, she’s soon faced with overcoming sabotage from within her own organization.
The cast includes, Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa, Mduduzi Mabaso, Gabisile Ishabalala, Kealeboga Masango, Kwanele Mthethwa, Sne Mbatha, Nicole Bessick, Zolisa Xaluva, Don Mlangeni Nawa and Brandon Auret.
A LITTLE SNEAK PEEK
BEHIND THE SCENES
“We are thrilled to bring this powerful South African female boxing drama to BET audiences in the USA,” said Monde Twala, senior vice presient and general manager of Paramount Africa and Lead BET International. “At BET International, we believe in the power of diverse storytelling, and this series highlights the richness of African cultures while shedding light on the universal struggles for gender equality and empowerment.”T
Twala goes on to explain that it’s incredibly rewarding to see the hard work of the talented cast and crew come to life on screen, and all involved hope that BET audiences around the world will connect with the resilience and strength of these amazing women boxers, while also gaining a deeper understanding of South African culture and the realities that shape it.
“This is a story that transcends borders and speaks to great possibilities in and outside the ring,” she added.
“Pound 4 Pound” is executive produced by Kagiso Modupe and Rashaka Muofhe for Bakwena Productions.
It’s executive produced for BET by Herbert Hadebe.
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