South African actress Thuso Mbedu has joined a star-studded guest list in Venice, Italy, where she attended the premiere of Miu Miu’s latest short film.
The actress was among several high-profile celebrities who turned out for the premiere of the 32nd installment of the luxury fashion brand’s short-film series, Miu Miu Women’s Tales.
The latest film, “Avec Kim” by acclaimed French filmmaker Claire Denis, premiered on September 5, 2026, at the Venice Film Festival’s “Giornate degli Autori” in Venice, Italy.
Thuso Mbedu gave her fans a glimpse into her time in Italy by sharing her attendance on her Instagram story. The actress posted a photo of herself while in Venice and wrote, “Venice with @MiuMiu for #MiuMiuWomensTales.”
Her appearance placed her alongside an impressive lineup of international stars who attended the highly anticipated event. Among those spotted at the premiere were Amanda Seyfried, Zoey Deutch, Emma Corrin, Cailee Spaeny, and Kim Gordon.
For Mbedu, the Venice appearance adds another memorable international moment to her growing career. The actress has continued to make her mark both in South Africa and internationally, with her presence at major entertainment and fashion events further highlighting her global profile.
Miu Miu Women’s Tales is a long-running and acclaimed short-film anthology series commissioned by the luxury fashion brand Miu Miu. The series invites prominent female directors to explore themes surrounding 21st-century vanity, femininity, and identity.
The initiative launched in 2011, with two films commissioned every year, one for the spring/summer collection and another for autumn/winter.
Female filmmakers are given creative freedom to craft narrative short films where characters incorporate Miu Miu clothing and accessories into the storytelling.
With Thuso Mbedu now among the stylish guests attending the latest installment, the actress has once again found herself at the centre of an international fashion and entertainment moment.
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