Thuso Mbedu is living her best life, and her family, friends and fans are here to see it.

The South African actor's rising star status has grown from strength to strength with every move she makes. From announcing new projects to becoming a style icon with leading fashion brands – Mbedu's life in the limelight is only getting started.

After ending her year with critical acclaim for her feature film debut in The Woman King, Mbedu has spent the last three months of the new year making special appearances at some of the biggest events in the entertainment industry, including Milan Fashion Week and, most recently, the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty.

Click 'read more' to see Thuso's picture-perfect start to the year.