From March 2023, the inspiring story of Siya Kolisi, the South African rugby star, will be available to stream for all Showmax and Showmax Pro subscribers. The documentary, titled Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story, chronicles Kolisi’s journey from his humble beginnings in poverty to becoming the first black rugby captain to lift the Webb Ellis Cup in 2019.
Directed by Tebogo Malope, an award-winning South African filmmaker, Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story is a proud production of the nation. The film offers an intimate look into Kolisi’s life, including his complicated relationship with his father, his battle with alcoholism, and his journey with his wife, Rachel.
The documentary is not just a celebration of Kolisi’s success on the rugby field but also a tribute to his community in Zwide, where he grew up. Kolisi has always been vocal about his gratitude to his community for their support and contribution to his success. The proceeds from the documentary will be directed towards various worthy causes supported by the Kolisi family.
The documentary promises to offer an enticing mix of excitement, drama, inspiration, and joy. It showcases the many hardships Kolisi faced on his journey to international stardom, making it an inspiring watch for anyone who is passionate about sports or wants to be inspired by a truly remarkable story.
Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story will be available to all Showmax Pro subscribers from 1 March 2023 and to all Showmax subscribers from 6 March 2023. To learn more about Showmax and Showmax Pro and subscribe, visit https://stories.showmax.com/what-is-showmax-pro/.
