Weekend Argus Saturday 2025-05-17

I don’t know about you, but seeing Vince Vaughn on screen is always a treat. From Wedding Crashers to Dodgeball, the man’s unmatched comedic timing makes him a walking punchline with heart. So it was surprising (in a good way) to see him in something a little more grounded and heartfelt. Vaughn’s been lighting up our screens since the mid-’90s, but Netflix’s Nonnas lets him flex some emotional muscle we rarely see. And you know what? He pulls it off. Nonnas, based on a true story, is a love letter to the women who’ve kept families full, connected and comforted for generations: grandmothers, mothers, aunties. And through food, glorious, healing, life-giving food. From homemade pasta to the kind of soup that could cure a heartbreak, the film wraps you up…

Karabo Lediga’s directorial debut, Sabbatical, is a bittersweet mother-daughter drama. It explores profound themes of family roots, ambition, integrity, deception, and loyalty. If you haven’t seen it yet on the big screen, it is highly recommended. The film benefits greatly from the exceptional performances of Mona Monyane as Lesego and Clementine Mosimane as her mother, Dorris, a truly remarkable pairing. I had the pleasure of a tête-à-tête with the actresses, who have developed a strong offscreen bond, marked by their noticeable warmth towards one another and praiseworthy comments. It was truly heartening to witness, especially since this is the first time they have worked with one another. Mosimane said: “It was delicious working together, and I think it’s because we were giving each other the space to deal with the…

Actress, singer, and songwriter Halle Bailey has requested custody of her 16-month-old son Halo, fathered by her ex-boyfriend, YouTuber and rapper DDG. According to court documents, Bailey is seeking sole legal and physical custody of Halo, citing a history of abuse and concerns about DDG’s behaviour. The 25-year-old actress’s request includes supervised visits for DDG, to be facilitated by a professional company, once a week for six hours while Halo is in LA. Bailey is also asking the court to restrict DDG, real name Darryl Dwayne Granberry jr, from taking Halo outside of LA County. Citing concerns about child abduction, The Little Mermaid star wants the court to order DDG not to move with Halo without her written permission, surrender any travel documents, and provide detailed travel plans…

Dating in your thirties is a whole new ballgame. It’s not just dating, it’s intentional, emotionally charged, and often frustrating. After all, the carefree, experimental nature of dating in your twenties has given way to a more focused approach, one that reflects your growth, evolving priorities, and the harsh realities of modern relationships. But why does dating feel so difficult in this age bracket? Is it the smaller dating pool? The emotional baggage we accumulate over time? Or the social pressure to “settle down”? Why is dating after 30 so challenging? The dating pool shrinks By the time you hit 30, a significant portion of your peers may already be married, engaged, or in committed relationships. According to a 2022 report by Statistics South Africa, over 50% of South African…

We all love a good serum or a miracle hair mask, but what if the secret to glowing skin and healthier hair wasn’t in a bottle? According to Dr Suhail Alam of Aventus Clinic, it’s not about buying more products but more about rethinking the little things you do every day. “Your daily routine has a bigger impact on skin and hair health than any single product,” he says. “Simple tweaks to your habits can help you preserve your glow, prevent damage and even maintain a youthful appearance.” Below are seven sneaky habits that could be sabotaging your skin and hair. Your phone might be wrecking your skin: Think about how many times your phone touches your face. Now think about all the grime, oil, and bacteria that might be…

We live in a time where scrolling through Instagram or TikTok is like flipping through a modern-day beauty magazine. Flawless skin, perfect bodies and “ageless” faces seem almost ordinary, especially when celebrities like Khanyi Mbau openly share their cosmetic journeys online. But as the allure of cosmetic procedures grows, so do questions around self-worth, societal pressure and the gap between expectation and reality. For many South Africans, it’s easy to relate when public figures discuss hair loss (traction alopecia, anyone?), pigmentation or the desire to age gracefully. Yet, as cosmetic surgery becomes more mainstream, the line between empowerment and insecurity gets blurry. Mbau, a household name in Mzansi, has become synonymous with transformation, sometimes controversially so. Her openness about skin lightening, fillers, Botox and a range of surgeries (from blepharoplasty…