By Alyssia Birjalal 
Jul 27, 2021
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South Africa’s golden girl, Nomzamo Mbatha has bagged her second role in an international film titled “Soul Assassin” – this time she will star alongside actor Bruce Willis.
The “Coming 2 America” actress took to Instagram to share a picture of an article that was written by online news agency Variety.
In the caption she wrote: “To be at work is a privilege I don’t take for granted. ✨🎥”.
While Mbatha’s role is still under wraps, the film will be directed by Jesse Atlas. The revenge thriller stars Hollywood’s legendary actor, Bruce Willis, and Barry Jay Minoff.
Atlas wrote “Soul Assassin” along with television editor and writer Aaron Wolfe and it is based on their short film, “Let Them Die Like Lovers”.
Set to release in 2022, “Soul Assassin” recently wrapped principal photography. It tells the story of a former black-ops soldier who takes the place of a man who died as part of an experimental military programme, in order to find out who killed him.
Excited about Mbatha’s achievements, her industry friend, including former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi commented on her post.
“Let’s go!🚀🚀🔥” said Tunzi.
While “Reyka” actress, Kim Engelbrecht said: “Very very Cool! Congrats 👏👏”.
Actress Michelle Dede said: “👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Congratulations Nomzamo & keep inspiring us to believe it is possible”.
And Jennifer Bala said: “Oooo this is a good one and very well deserved. 🙏🏽👏🏽♥️ So happy for you. 🤗”.