South African actress Lerato Mvelase is among many local celebrities who attended the South African Film and Television Awards which took place on Saturday evening, 30 September, at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. Footage from her red carpet appearance has gone viral as locals discussed whether or not it was at all appropriate.

While some have applauded her boldness and fit physique, others have slammed her as an attention seeker.

 

LERATO MVELASE’S SAFTA LOOK GETS TONGUES WAGGING
For many local actors, filmmakers and TV stars, all roads led to Midrand for the 17th annual South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas17).

The theme for the night was “Our stories flow together” and after three years of virtual ceremonies due to the Covid pandemic, celebs made sure to show up and out.

One of the celebrities who attended the star-studded event is Justice Served actress Lerato Mvelase.

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Lerato Mvelase wore a sheer skirt to the SAFTA ceremony. image via Instagram @lerato_mvelase
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While the 41-year-old walked away as the recipient of the Best Actress in a TV Drama Award, her outfit wasn’t winning any prizes — according to social media users.

Various photos and videos of her red carpet appearance set tongues wagging. Take a look at her outfit here.

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While some thought that the mom of two looked stunning and deserved her flowers, others questioned her choice to wear a sheer skirt which revealed her underwear.

“Sangoma parading naked 😂😂😂 sad thing about black people,” one disappointed social media user commented about Lerato while