★ HOW OLD IS LUNGILE SHONGWE?
Lungile Shongwe is 43 years old, born January 1, 1983 in ZA · Capricorn.
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About
Lungile Shongwe is a South African film and theater actress born in 1983. She gained recognition for her role in the 2001 film In Desert and Wilderness, directed by Gavin Hood, where she starred alongside Mzwandile Ngubeni. For the part, she learned Polish dialogue despite having no prior knowledge of the language. A Capricorn, Shongwe brings intensity to character work across screen and stage.
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Biography
Lungile Shongwe is a South African film and theater actress born in 1983. She built her career across both cinema and live performance, establishing herself as a versatile performer in South African entertainment. Shongwe's breakthrough came through the 2001 film In Desert and Wilderness, directed by Gavin Hood, where she was cast alongside South African actor Mzwandile Ngubeni. The role demanded significant preparation: she learned Polish dialogue from scratch, matching the linguistic commitment her co-star undertook for the same production. This willingness to fully inhabit characters—even acquiring new languages—became a hallmark of her approach to acting. As a Life Path 5, Shongwe embodies adaptability and curiosity, traits evident in her choice to pursue demanding roles that push her craft. Her Capricorn nature reinforces discipline and long-term vision in an industry that rewards both. Actors typically divide their work between scripted projects, character development, and collaborative storytelling. Based in South Africa, Shongwe operates within a rich theatrical and film tradition spanning multiple languages and cultural contexts.
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Trivia
- Shongwe learned Polish dialogue for In Desert and Wilderness (2001) despite having no prior knowledge of the language.
- She starred in the 2001 Gavin Hood film alongside South African actor Mzwandile Ngubeni.
- She works across both film and theater, maintaining a dual practice as a South African actress.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Lungile Shongwe reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 5 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Brian GutiérrezGoat · 2003
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- RockyRabbit · 1999
- Pop SmokeRabbit · 1999
- Rob KardashianRabbit · 1987
CHALLENGING
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Taylor Swift
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Lungile Shongwe?
- Lungile Shongwe is 43 years old (born January 1, 1983).
- When is Lungile Shongwe's birthday?
- Lungile Shongwe was born on January 1, 1983.
- What is Lungile Shongwe's zodiac sign?
- Lungile Shongwe is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1983.
- What is Lungile Shongwe's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Lungile Shongwe was born in 1983, the year of the Water Pig.
- Where is Lungile Shongwe from?
- Lungile Shongwe is from ZA.
- What does Lungile Shongwe do?
- Lungile Shongwe is a actor.
- Is Lungile Shongwe still alive?
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