Simphiwe Kunene

BIO
Meet Simphiwe Kunene, 33 yrs old, born and raised in the townships of the dusty roads of Mandeni and Durban, KZN, who is now based in Johannesburg. The adrenaline junkie and precision stunt performer who brings heart-pounding excitement to every set! With a daring spirit and 5 yrs of professional stunt experience, Simphiwe Kunene has become the go-to for Directors and Stunt Co-ordinators looking to add that jaw-dropping action to their films and TV shows. From leaping off buildings and executing intricate fight choreography, Simphiwe Kunene combines precision, agility, and a fearless attitude to make every Stunt spectacular. A true team player, is not only about performing stunts but also deeply committed to safety and innovation in the industry. Known for a magnetic personality and a relentless drive, Simphiwe continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible, thrilling the audiences and inspiring future stunt performers. On his recent movies he had the opportunity to assist Stunt ordinate and choreograph scenes in such movies as Big Nunu’s Little Heist on Netflix, Musangwe and Intlawulo both on Showmax, with some more movies to be released. His skills are: Hand to hand combat, Gun Handling, Falling safety, Body burn, Body hit, good reaction, jumping off buildings, boxing, acting film and TV improvisation, stunt acting. When not on set Simphiwe is a gym freak who always spreads the use of time off to take care of his body as a stunt performer and a passionate advocate for stunt safety initiatives. Whether you are looking for a Stunt Co-ordinator who understands the nuances of the visually captivating stunts or dynamic performer who can literally jump into any role, Simphiwe Kunene is your perfect choice. Let the Action begin!