Tabu playing this role in Dune Prophecy.A new still from the highly anticipated "Dune: Prophecy" series has been released, showcasing the captivating presence of Indian actress Tabu as the enigmatic Sister Francesca.
Set 10,000 years before the events of "Dune," the series follows the journey of two Harkonnen sisters as they confront threats to humanity's future. Tabu's character, Sister Francesca, promises to be a key figure in this epic saga.
The newly released still captures Tabu's commanding presence, dressed in all-black attire and radiating an air of intensity. This glimpse further fuels anticipation for her portrayal of Sister Francesca.
Speaking about her role, Tabu expressed her excitement about joining the "Dune" universe, stating: "It has been an extraordinary experience playing Sister Francesca in 'Dune: Prophecy' right from the moment I was approached for it. It’s an actor’s delight to be trusted by the creators with a character that is so interesting, intriguing, intelligent, and emotionally powerful."
She continued: "Needless to say, it was such an immersive process diving into the depths of her complexity. I’m so excited to bring her story to the Indian and global audience through JioCinema. Stay tuned as you’ll see me a little later in the season, but the Dune Universe is so rich in its history and intrigue, I can’t wait for audiences around the world to explore it!"
"Dune: Prophecy" features an impressive ensemble cast, including Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Johdi May, Mark Strong, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Josh Heuston, Chloe Lea, Jade Anouka, Faoileann Cunningham, Edward Davis, Aoife Hinds, Chris Mason, and Shalom Brune-Franklin.
The series is set to premiere on JioCinema, promising to captivate audiences with its intricate world-building, compelling characters, and captivating storyline.
With Tabu's stellar performance as Sister Francesca, "Dune: Prophecy" is poised to become a must-watch for fans of the "Dune" universe and beyond.