NOMZAMO Mbatha will be featured in the much anticipated Hollywood movie, Coming 2 America.
She plays Mirembe, a hairdresser who marries a long-lost African prince.
Speaking to Daily Sun, Nomzamo said: “It was good to finally get that big yes because the move to America was not an easy one.
“Going to auditions and trying to make this dream come together was also hard.”
Nomzamo described her character as someone who is smart, charming and witty.
“She’s a traditional woman but also very unconventional as most women of her family work as maids in the palace while she’s a barber,” she said.
Nomzamo said although she encountered some challenges bringing her character to life, the director gave her a lot of freedom.
“But while I was having fun, I had to make sure I portrayed the character in a truthful way and I had to find her rhythm and essence.”’n
She said although she was starstruck by big names such as Eddie Murphy, it was like attending a master class.
“Working alongside the likes of Eddie Murphy and Wesley Snipes was such a daunting and humbling experience. I was literally surrounded by Hollywood royalty. I had the most fun working with them. They’re so professional and good at what they do.”
Nomzamo said it had always been her plan to act in international movies and her journey in the entertainment industry had been fulfilling.
“My journey has been colourful but not always easy. Throughout, I exercised my courage muscle because I had to make a lot of emotional and financial sacrifices to be where I am today,” she said.
“I can only hope it gets better and wait to see where it takes me. This movie is going to be all over the world and I’m nervous about how my life will change after this but also hopeful.”
The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video as well as in cinemas nationwide from 5 March 2021.
