Mpilo Shabalala

Biography

Mpilo Shabalala is a multi-talented South African entertainer who is making waves in both the acting and music industries. Born and raised in Pietermaritzburg, he initially gained traction as a musician, releasing R&B and Soul music that draws influence from international artists like Chris Brown and Drake. In 2025, he secured a significant breakout acting role in the Netflix crime drama Bad Influencer. He plays Leo, a character central to the show's emotional core, whose needs drive the protagonist's descent into the criminal underworld.