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IOL News
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Laugh out loud with Anel Alexander and Nico Panagio's parenting antics in 'Semi-Soeter'
Jaci and JP, played by Anel Alexander and Nico Panagio, in the romcom 'Semi-Soeter'. Directed by Joshua Rous, this Netflix romcom is bolstered by Mzansi's crème de la crème of Anel Alexander, Nico Panagio, Sandra Vaughn, Louw Venter, Diaan Lawrenson, Neels van Jaarsveld and Hélène Truter bringing the script to life. And a rib-tickling one at that. If you are looking for a delightful movie to enjoy this weekend, look no further than 'Semi-Soeter' . Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Firstly, picturesque Cape Town shines in several of the frames. It evokes a European atmosphere. This sequel to the 2012 'Semi-Soet' kicks off with Jaci van Jaarsveld (Alexander) and JP Basson (Panagio) having their hands full babysitting the rambunctious brood of Hertjie Greyling (Louw Venter) and Karla (Vaughn). While they love their best friends' little ones, they are grateful to be able to give them back to their parents. The career-driven couple decided a long time ago that children were not on the cards. And Jaci's inability to conceive, combined with JP's low sperm count, meant they were able to flourish in their careers. Despite fleeting moments of second-guessing their decision, they are confident they made the right call. However, their world is upended by a major pitch for an international baby brand that could turn the fortunes of their company around. At first, it appears to be a smooth-sailing pitch until they learn that Joubert (Van Jaarsveld), a college rival of JP's, is also in the running. The competitive streak between the two overshadows the pitch, with a well-meaning Hertjie and Karla deciding to loan their baby boy, Henry, to their best friends to help them land the deal. Meanwhile, Jaci learns that she's going to be a mum before their busy weekend and struggles to find the right moment to tell JP.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Semi-Soeter OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Anel Alexander and Nico Panagio's romantic comedy film
Semi-Soeter OTT Release Date: If you're someone who enjoyed the sweet and silly love story of Jaci and JP in Semi-Soet, then you're in for a treat. After more than a decade, the charming South African rom-com is getting a sequel, and yes, Anel Alexander and Nico Panagio are back! But this time, the story takes a new turn as it dives into what happens after the fairytale romance. Think: careers, marriage, baby plans, and the everyday madness that comes with 'adulting.' Semi-Soeter is all set to drop on Netflix on June 20, 2025. What's the story this time? In Semi-Soeter, we meet Jaci and JP again, this time as a married couple juggling their personal life and running an advertising business together. Life is pretty good, but things get a little hectic when a big opportunity lands on their table: a pitch for a major parenting brand. The catch? They need to convince the clients that they're the perfect soon-to-be parents, something they haven't quite figured out yet in real life. As they prepare for the pitch, the couple starts facing cracks in their seemingly perfect life. Enter Joubert, JP's old school rival, who's also in the race to bag the same deal. And just like that, work, marriage, and a baby-sized lie collide in classic rom-com chaos. The film mixes humour, emotional moments, and just the right amount of awkwardness to keep things grounded and relatable. Who's in the film? Anel Alexander returns as Jaci, now a married businesswoman trying to hold it all together. Nico Panagio plays JP, her husband, business partner, and occasional pain-in-the-neck. Neels van Jaarsveld as Joubert, the overconfident rival who brings in competition and tension. Supporting cast includes Louw Venter, Sandra Vaughn, and Diaan Lawrenson, who bring extra flavour and fun to the story. Semi-Soeter is directed by Joshua Rous, who also directed the original. The screenplay comes from Sandra Vaughn, and it's produced under Scramble Productions. It's shot entirely in South Africa, and you can expect stunning visuals, witty dialogues, and a strong local flavour.
