The new coastal crime drama is set to captivate kykNET audiences this April, and the two leading ladies in the show are available for interviews in Johannesburg from Thursday, 16 April into the following week
The show features Jana Kruger, who plays Martie Pretorius, a criminologist pulled into this mysterious investigation while dealing with her own personal secrets, as well as Melissa de Vries who is cast as Brandi Jacobus, a determined local police officer navigating rising tension in a close community where anyone and everyone remains a suspect.
Jana is a respected South African actress known for her emotionally layered performances across television, theatre, and film, while Melissa is a versatile performer recognised for portraying strong, grounded characters in local dramas.
Melissa and/or Jana will be available to discuss:
- What initially drew them to their characters in Die Oord, and how they personally relate to them
- How their characters challenge traditional portrayals of women on screen
- Challenges they have faced as women in entertainment, and how they overcome them
- The message they would like to share with young aspiring actors who look up to them
- What they learned from one another as co-leads throughout this journey
- What advice they would give to young women today
With Die Oord blending nostalgia, suspense, and psychological intrigue, Jana and Melissa offer compelling insight into a new show where a place known for paradise and peace quickly turns to a murder scene.






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