Thuso Mbedu Releases Trailer

South African-born actress Thuso Mbedu has taken to social media to share a trailer for a new American television series and announce its premiere date. Thuso is a lead actress in the time period drama series titled Underground Railroad, based on the 1800’s slavery period in America. Underground Railroad is set to be released on the 14th of May on Amazon Video. The highly anticipated production is headed by none other than Oscar award-winning director Barry Jenkins. 

@ThusoMbedu History is made by those who dare to try! You have asked and now consider yourself answered: #TheUndergroundRailroad arrives on @PrimeVideo MAY 14!!!! For more info go to @TheUGRailroadTV! Ndi cela nibe ready ngama subscriptions come May. Please and thank you in advance.

Mbedu is not new to the international spotlight, her performance in Isthunzini earned her an Emmy nomination, she has also been nominated for Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award.

It was a jovial moment on the TL as fans shared her excitement and by the looks of it, South Africans are proud of producing internationally acclaimed acts of her caliber. Mbedu Many merged the celebration with that of Nomzamo Mbatha, who has also been cast in another American production, Coming to America 2. Mzansi is definitely showing off some of that Black Girl Magic!

@kay_ragious Been watching the snippets! Such a proud moment!!! A whole LEAD!  #ThusoMbedu

@FundisaniShandu I am here for Nomzamo Mbatha and Thuso Mbedu bruh Talent wins!

@RadiateRoyalty The way I love @ThusoMbedu, my heart skips a beat when I hear of her name and her acting abilities. Shine sweetheart, I am so watching, saving the date. Such natural beauty and raw talent.

@keamoRay Thuso Mbedu is such a brilliant actress. She brings her all to every role. She deserves all the gigs coming her way. Keen to check her out on The Underground Railroad.

 

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