South African actress Thuso Mbedu is overjoyed after landing a lead role in the highly anticipated film Children of Blood and Bone. The actress, known for her work in The Underground Railroad, shared her excitement on social media, revealing that she first discovered the story in 2019 and made it a goal to be part of the project. “Before heading to Philly earlier this year, I felt the need to go through old journals, and there it was: a prayer point asking to be the lead of this amazing story,” Mbedu wrote.

 

 

 

 
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She’ll star alongside Hollywood stars Amandla Stenberg and Damson Idris in the Paramount film, which has fans buzzing with excitement. Mbedu expressed her gratitude, saying, “It’s humbling to work with such amazing people. Thank you to everyone who continues to support us.”

Fans of Mbedu in Mzansi are celebrating her latest international achievement, eager to see her shine in what promises to be an epic film.