Die Antwoord to play themselves in upcoming sci-fi film

South African rap troupe, Die Antwoord are set for appearances in an upcoming sci-fi film.

The Afrikaan-tongued duo, who released their most recent album, Ten$Ion, last year, will play themselves in a new movie by District 9 director Neill Blomkamp. Chappie has been dubbed as “sci-fi comedy”, with the hip-hop pair Yo-Landi Vi$$er and Ninja set for lead roles.

They will play live dates in London and Manchester during June. Those are in full below:

June
21 – Ritz, Manchester
22 – Brixton Academy, London

[via Pitchfork]