Chumani Pan is a South African actor known for his dynamic performances in television dramas, films, and theatre. He is widely recognized for his roles in productions such as Ashes to Ashes, Montana, The Woman King, and Shooting Stars.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Chumani Pan |
| Date of Birth | 30 August 1985 |
| Place of Birth | Soto, Mooiplaas, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Eastern Cape |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor (TV, film, theatre) |
| Net Worth | $300,000 – $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born on August 30, 1985, in the Soto area of Mooiplaas, Eastern Cape, South Africa, Pan developed an early interest in acting.
He pursued formal training at City Varsity Film and Multimedia School in Cape Town, where he specialized in acting for camera and film.
Career
Pan began his television career in 2007 with the role of Loop-en-val Radebe on the drama series Shooting Stars, where he appeared until 2010.
Early in his career, he also made a guest appearance on the sitcom Stokvel. He landed the lead role of Malusi in the drama series Montana and appeared in multiple other shows including Deeltitel Dames, iNkaba, Donkerland, Loxion Lyric, Ashes to Ashes, The Kingdom – uKhakhayi, Igazi, Isithembiso, Generations, Projek Dina, Vutha, Wounds, and Die Sentrum.
In film, Pan has notable roles in Silver Rain, Atlantis, and The Woman King. Beyond the screen, he has also performed in stage productions such as Career Awareness and Destiny of Stone.
Personal Life
Chumani Pan keeps his personal life private, with no publicly available information about his partner or children. He continues to live and work in South Africa.
Net Worth
Chumani Pan’s estimated net worth is around $300,000 to $500,000 as of 2025. This range reflects his career as an accomplished actor in South African television, film, and theatre, as well as his growing presence in international projects.
Filmography
- Shooting Stars (2007) – Loop-en-val Radebe (TV series)
- Stokvel (2007) – Guest role (TV series)
- Endgame (2009) – Youth #1 – Shabeen (Film)
- I Now Pronounce You Black and White (2010) – Patrick Muyambwo (Film)
- Silver Rain (2015) – Mark (Film)
- Atlantis (2021) – Captain Grootboom (Film)
- The Woman King (2022) – Abomey Father (Film)
- Projek Dina (2020) – Luxolo Dladla (TV series)
- Blood & Water (2022) – Sting (TV series)
Awards and Nominations
Chumani Pan won Best Supporting Actor at the Africa Movie Academy Awards for his role in Silver Rain and was also nominated at the Eko International Film Festival.
