Netflix Announces Show ‘Yoh! Bestie’ Starring Katlego Lebogang

Netflix has announced a new South African title called Yoh! Bestie, starring Katlego Lebogang. The film is set to premiere on the platform on February six, twenty twenty six, and forms part of Netflix’s 2026 local content slate. Yoh! Bestie continues the story that began in the romantic comedy series Yoh! Christmas, which was released in December twenty twenty three and received steady attention from local audiences.

Katlego Lebogang returns in her role as Thando Mokoena, a character many viewers were introduced to during the festive themed series. In Yoh! Christmas, Thando’s story focused on love, family expectations, and the pressure to settle down, all told through everyday moments that felt familiar to many people. The series ended with unresolved questions around Thando’s relationships, especially her connection with Charles, played by Siya Sepotokele. Yoh! Bestie could end up being one of the top movies to watch in 2026.

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Yoh! Bestie is produced by Tiffany Barbuzano and Johnny Barbuzano, who were also involved in Yoh! Christmas. Their return helps maintain continuity in storytelling and character development. The film format allows the story to be told while offering a more focused narrative

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While Katlego Lebogang has not talked about Yoh! Bestie yet, her return suggests a strong connection to the role. Her performance in the original series was exceptional which could be why she was recalled for the series..

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Netflix’s decision to expand the Yoh! Christmas universe shows they are investing in South African storytelling. In the past couple of years, the platform has focused on stories relating to everyday experiences.

Yoh! Christmas offers a chance to watch @familiar characters and see how their lives have changed. For new viewers, you will enjoy a unique story that will keep you glued to the screen. Yoh! Bestie’s simple storytelling makes it an option for Netflix’s South Africa customers.