Never Give Up
“When life knocked her down, she rose stronger every time.”
Synopsis
Never Give Up is an inspiring drama based on the true story of South African icon Pinky Mothie. Set from 1960s Durban to the present day, the film follows Pinky’s journey from a determined young woman who marries for love despite family opposition, to becoming part of a celebrated entertainment power couple during apartheid. After the tragic death of her husband, Mothie, Pinky is left to raise four children alone while facing debt and hardship. Refusing to surrender, she rebuilds their business, uplifts others through youth development and women’s empowerment, and becomes a respected figure in the entertainment industry. It is a powerful story of resilience, love, and perseverance.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amit Chheda
- Screenplay & Story
- Sarah Mahabir
- Original Title
- Never Give Up
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amit Chheda
Sarah Mahabir
Bibhuti Bhusan Biswal
Lennon Naidoo
Pinky Mothie
Department Leadership Roster
Amit Chheda
Director
Pinky Mothie
Producer
Anwar Khan
Production Design
Sarah Mahabir
Writer
Bibhuti Bhusan Biswal
Director of Photography
Lennon Naidoo
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Never Give Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Never Give Up about?
Never Give Up is an inspiring drama based on the true story of South African icon Pinky Mothie. Set from 1960s Durban to the present day, the film follows Pinky’s journey from a determined young woman who marries for love despite family opposition, to becoming part of a celebrated entertainment power couple during apartheid. After the tragic death of her husband, Mothie, Pinky is left to raise four children alone while facing debt and hardship. Refusing to surrender, she rebuilds their business, uplifts others through youth development and women’s empowerment, and becomes a respected figure in the entertainment industry. It is a powerful story of resilience, love, and perseverance.
Who directed Never Give Up?
Never Give Up was directed by Amit Chheda.
Who stars in Never Give Up?
The principal cast of Never Give Up includes Samvedna Suwalka, Rajiv Mohite, Akshay Laxman, Pranesh Maharaj, Trishal Heeralal.
When was Never Give Up released and how long is it?
Never Give Up was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.