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First Look: Thuso Mbedu's Latest Powerhouse Role in HBO’s Star-Studded Crime Drama ‘Task’

The South African actress returns to the small screen in the series set to premiere in September.

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mufasa: the lion king Stories

First Look: Thuso Mbedu's Latest Powerhouse Role in HBO’s Star-Studded Crime Drama ‘Task’

The South African actress returns to the small screen in the series set to premiere in September.

How Barry Jenkins Approached ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ as a Coming-of-Age Epic

With ‘Mufasa’, Jenkins leans into his personal experiences and his ability to portray characters rising through adversities.

‘The Lion King’ Prequel Is a Full Circle Moment for Lebo M

Grammy Award-winning South African composer Lebo M says the upcoming Disney live-action film, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ is a “beautiful evolution” of the original movie.

Disney Unveils the Teaser Trailer for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’

Set to premiere in cinemas later this year, the cast includes Kagiso Lediga, John Kani, Thandiwe Newton, and more, with Donald Glover and Beyoncé returning as Simba and Nala.