kykNET’s Die Brug has earned a prestigious International Emmy Award nomination in the Best Non-Scripted Entertainment category. The South African adaptation of this global reality format was a hit with viewers, featuring stunning natural scenery, creative cinematography, and gripping narration by Neil Sandilands. The show’s unique challenges and twists captured the audience's imagination, making it one of kykNET’s standout reality shows.
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Waldimar Pelser, M-Net’s Director of Premium Channels, credits kykNET's commissioning producer Marguerite Albrecht for bringing the format to South Africa. The local version, produced by Red Pepper, was filmed near Swellendam and will return for a second season in 2025. Nomsa Philiso, MultiChoice Group’s CEO of General Entertainment, praised the team for delivering a show that stands alongside the best international versions.
Red Pepper CEO Cecil Barry expressed pride in the show’s Emmy nomination, which highlights South Africa’s capacity to produce world-class reality television.
The winner of Die Brug's first season was Robert Kruger, a former rugby player from Pretoria. Fans can stream the first season on Showmax while awaiting the second season.
The International Emmy Awards will be held on November 25 in New York. Die Brug is competing against shows from Mexico, Belgium, and Australia for the top prize.