“Enjoy it While it Last”: Critics Slam Kelly Khumalo After Promoting Her Next Gig with Somizi Mhlongo
South African songstress Kelly Khumalo is no stranger to controversy, but her latest move has ignited a firestorm of backlash on social media.
As the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial takes center stage, Kelly Khumalo’s recent announcement about an upcoming gig has left fans and critics alike stunned and furious.
Suspicions and Accusations Surrounding Khumalo Intensify
The trial, which has gripped the nation’s attention, has cast a shadow over Khumalo, with many believing she holds vital information about the events leading up to Senzo Meyiwa’s tragic murder. The social media sphere has been awash with accusations and calls for her to be “canceled” due to suspicions of her involvement.
Defiance and Promotion: Kelly Khumalo’s Gig Announcement Ignites Furore
Despite the mounting backlash and the serious nature of the trial, Khumalo took to Twitter with a seemingly defiant attitude to promote her upcoming gig, “Shades of Pink.”
Scheduled to perform alongside Somizi on August 19th, Khumalo’s announcement was met with disbelief and anger, as many questioned her priorities and empathy.
Shades of Pink with @somizi silapho 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽 tickets available @ComputicketSA 💗 pic.twitter.com/R4AOrOleYJ
— The Voice Of Africa (@KellyKhumaloZA) August 5, 2023
Social Media Erupts with Scorn and Critique
The response from social media users was swift and sharp. Critics slammed Khumalo’s perceived lack of support for justice in Meyiwa’s case, with one user comparing her gig to the somber “last supper” Jesus had before his crucifixion. Another cautioned her to make the most of her time in the spotlight, hinting at potential legal repercussions.
Amid the online firestorm, calls for boycotting Kelly Khumalo’s gigs gained momentum. Some users even suggested a change in theme from “Shades of Pink” to “Shades of Orange,” alluding to the color of prison uniforms. The sentiment reflected a belief that her actions might lead her down a perilous path.
While Kelly Khumalo remains defiant, social media users were quick to remind her of the pain suffered by Senzo Meyiwa’s family. The sentiment that her relevance was dwindling and that justice would eventually prevail for Meyiwa’s memory was echoed by many.
Check out some of the reactions;
@mrshezi;
Enjoy your last few gigs, because, at this rate, you will be behind bars by the end of the year. Well, you can still do gigs at Gosi Mampuru, but the theme will be Shades of Orange, not Pink.
@ShakuJahannes;
Hurry up and do your gigs because you never know what may happen when you go to testify, there’s a possibility that you may go straight to jail🤷🏽♂️
@MokoalePuse;
Enjoy, sisi. while it still lasts. I love ur songs and ur big voice… but u and ur family’s attitude toward Senzo’s trial is uncalled for. I know sometimes u do regret what happened. Maybe a plan went wrong, or u took decisions on emotions, but please let His soul rest in peace
@TshidisoNtoahae;
A convicted sex offender and a suspect in a murder case… what a combination
@kg007man;
it’s like the last supper Jesus ate before he was crucified 😂 but you’ll be jailed after this last performance of Shades of Pink