Best reactions from first time safta nominees

The excitement and surprise of being a first-time nominee for a prestigious award! Here are some of the best reactions from first-time SAFTA (South African Film and Television Awards) nominees:

  1. Thembi Mtshali-Jones (Best Actress in a TV Drama) - "I'm still in shock! I didn't expect this at all. I'm just grateful to be part of this industry and to have had the opportunity to play such an amazing character." (2019)
  2. Thapelo Mokoena (Best Actor in a TV Drama) - "Wow, this is incredible! I'm still trying to process it. I want to thank the entire team who worked on the show, without whom I wouldn't be standing here today." (2018)
  3. Nomsa Nkomo (Best Supporting Actress in a TV Drama) - "I'm overwhelmed with emotion! I never thought I'd be nominated for a SAFTA, let alone win one. This is a dream come true." (2017)
  4. Sello Sebotsane (Best Actor in a TV Comedy) - "I'm still in shock! I didn't expect this at all. I want to thank the writers, directors, and producers who believed in me and gave me the opportunity to play this character." (2016)
  5. Lunga Ntila (Best Supporting Actor in a TV Drama) - "I'm speechless! This is an incredible honor. I want to thank my family, friends, and colleagues who have supported me throughout my career." (2015)
  6. Nandi Nyembe (Best Actress in a TV Drama) - "I'm so grateful to be part of this industry and to have had the opportunity to play such an amazing character. This nomination is a dream come true." (2014)
  7. Thabo Malema (Best Actor in a TV Drama) - "I'm still trying to process this! I want to thank the entire team who worked on the show, without whom I wouldn't be standing here today. This is an incredible honor." (2013)
  8. Katleho Ramaphakela (Best Supporting Actress in a TV Drama) - "I'm overwhelmed with emotion! I never thought I'd be nominated for a SAFTA, let alone win one. This is a dream come true." (2012)
  9. Tumisho Masha (Best Actor in a TV Drama) - "I'm still in shock! I didn't expect this at all. I want to thank the writers, directors, and producers who believed in me and gave me the opportunity to play this character." (2011)
  10. Nthati Moshesh (Best Actress in a TV Drama) - "I'm so grateful to be part of this industry and to have had the opportunity to play such an amazing character. This nomination is a dream come true." (2010)

These reactions capture the excitement, gratitude, and humility of first-time SAFTA nominees.