Exclusive: Nomzamo Mbatha On Her Breakthrough Role In ‘Coming 2 America’
Now playing globally exclusively on Amazon Prime Video this week is “Coming 2 America,” a sequel to the 1988 classic “Coming to America” starring Eddie Murphy and directed by Craig Brewer.
Set in the lush and royal country of Zamunda, newly-crowned King Akeem (Eddie Murphy) and his trusted confidante Semmi (Arsenio Hall) embark on an all-new hilarious adventure that has them traversing the globe from their great African nation to the borough of Queens, New York – where it all began.
Original cast favorites from Coming to America return including King Jaffe Joffer (James Earl Jones), Queen Lisa (Shari Headley), Cleo McDowell (John Amos), Maurice (Louie Anderson) and the motley barbershop crew. Joining this star-studded ensemble are Wesley Snipes, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Garcelle Beauvais, Jermaine Fowler, Bella Murphy, Rotimi, KiKi Layne, Nomzamo Mbatha and Teyana Taylor, making Coming 2 America the most anticipated comedy film of the year.
For Mbatha, who plays Mirembe, this is a breakout role for the South African actress. Having starred in films such as Tell Me Sweet Something, The Jakes Are Missing and All About Love, and hosting the reality travel show called Holiday Swap, she’s also had several ambassador appointments by renowned brands. Besides acting, she’s hosted and served as a presenter. She was also among the 10 hosts selected by Global Citizen to be the face and voice of its first installment on the African continent, in honor of Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday.
BlackFilmandTV.com’s Wilson Morales recently spoke with Mbatha as she spoke about her role and working alongside Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall and the rest of the cast.
