JOBURG star Thishiwe Ziqubu is taking Mzansi to the world.
They're part of an international feature film Low Rider, which will premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival in the UK from 14 to 20 August 2025.
The 39-year-old Thishiwe are known for their roles in Hard to Get and Tell Me Sweet Something.
The film, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Campbell X, has been selected for the festival's competitive section and is in the running for the prestigious Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence.
Thishiwe stars as Harley, a central character in the film. The story follows a young woman who travels from London to Cape Town to search for her dad but finds herself on a journey that leads to unexpected truths and emotional discoveries. The role sees Thishiwe deliver one of their most powerful performances yet.
Speaking about the opportunity on X, Thishiwe said: "My latest feature film Low Rider premiering at the Edinburgh International Film Festival in the UK! Such an exciting and important project. Beyond honoured!"
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The film is already generating interest for its bold storytelling, striking visuals, and strong performances. For Thishiwe, it marks another high point in a groundbreaking career that has included work as an actor, writer and director.
They've previously earned awards for their performances in Hard to Get and Tell Me Sweet Something, and won a Safta for Best Scriptwriting for Emoyeni, the supernatural series they co-created and directed.
Thishiwe continues to break new ground, with Low Rider opening on one of the world's biggest film stages.
From the streets of Joburg to international red carpets, Thishiwe is showing that Mzansi stories and talent belong on the global stage.
