S'dumo Mtshali, the South African actor playing villain Janasi Gomora in Netflix drama *The Polygamist*, has opened up about the challenges of portraying a deeply flawed character.

During a CNN interview with Larry Madowo, he revealed how fans still refer to him by his character's name in public, with strangers addressing him as 'Yoh' or 'Jonasi.' The actor admitted that the role has taken over his public identity, making it hard to separate the character from the real person.He discussed the intense preparation required for the role, emphasizing the responsibility to his Black audience.Mtshali also highlighted the difference between this portrayal of polygamy and previous work, calling this version 'dirt.' Fans have reacted strongly online, with many struggling to distinguish between the character and the actor.The interview has sparked discussions about the power of African storytelling to resonate globally.