VIDEO:Diamond elopes with Zuchu minutes before she gets married

In Summary

• To the surprise of many, Zuchu had recruited her Boss to play the part of the male model/video king in the video.

• The video that was directed by Director Ivan tells the story of a young lady who is being pushed by her parents to marry an old man she doesn't love.

Singer Zuchu and Diamond Platnumz
Singer Zuchu and Diamond Platnumz
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Zuchu's recent music video for her latest release "Utaniua" has caused quite a stir in the entertainment world, thanks to her decision to cast her boss and fellow musician, Diamond Platnumz, as the "video king" in the production. The video, which tells the story of a young woman being pressured by her parents to marry an older man she doesn't love, features Zuchu as the protagonist who is in love with her fellow youth, played by Diamond. Despite the fact that Zuchu had not seen the final edit of the video before its release, she decided to feature Diamond in the lead role, a decision that has led to endless speculation and discussion among fans and critics alike.

Many viewers have commented on the chemistry between Zuchu and Diamond in the video, with some even suggesting that the two musicians are more than just colleagues. This has fueled rumors and reports that they are secretly in a romantic relationship, which Diamond has vehemently denied. In a recent statement, Diamond explained that his involvement in the video was purely professional and that he was not paid for his role. He also revealed that he was involved in the scriptwriting and direction of the video, adding that shooting in the rain was the biggest challenge during production.

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Despite Diamond's explanations, many fans still believe that there is something more to their on-screen chemistry. The video has been a massive hit since its release, with over 1.9 million views and counting in just a few days. Some have even suggested that the success of the video is partly due to the rumored romantic relationship between Zuchu and Diamond, although this has yet to be confirmed by either artist. Regardless of the rumors, it's clear that the "Utaniua" video has been a major success for both Zuchu and Diamond, showcasing their talents and further cementing their status as some of the biggest names in African music today.