A Winnie-ng look! Naomie Harris accentuates her slim waist in gold embellished peplum dress at Royal Film Performance of Mandela
By FAY STRANG
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She hasn’t been afraid to show some skin in recent months as she promotes her latest film in various daring frocks.
But on Thursday evening Naomie Harris decided to keep it demure as she walked the red carpet at the Royal Film Performance of Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom.
Showing off her incredible figure the 37-year-old, who plays Winnie Madikizela in the film, wore a strapless black dress featuring an embellished peplum detail by Alexander McQueen.
Showing stopping: Naomie Harris stunned as she attended the Royal Film performance of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom on Thursday evening
While her toned arms and shapely shoulders were on show, it was her very slim waist – accentuated by the gold detailing of the peplum – which took centre stage at the Odeon Leicester Square.
The actress added to her very elegant look, which was very appropriate in the company of royalty, by wearing her hair in big bouncy waves falling down her back.
A finishing touch was made with a pair of silver peplum detail, creating a truly stunning red carpet look.
Embellished: Naomie's strapless black dress featured a gold peplum section which showed off her waist
Warm welcome: The actress was greeted by hundreds of photographers who were keen to capture the moment
Toned: The 37-year-old's strapless dress showed off her toned arm muscles
Naomie was of course joined by Idris Elba, who plays plays Nelson Mandela in the biopic film which is based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name.
The Hackney born actor looked his usual dashing self, wearing a fitted suit with a thin black tie.
The film chronicles Mandela's early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison during the apartheid era before becoming President.
Fancy seeing you here: Naomie was joined on the carpet by her co-star Idris Elba
Getting along famously: Naomie and Idris had a giggle as they posed up together on the red carpet
Dapper: Idris, who plays Mandela in the film looked very smart as did Richard E. Grant (R) who wore a bow tie for the occasion
Shinning bright: Despite the royals being in attendance Idris and Naomie took centre stage
Speaking at the premiere Naomi said she was delighted that William and Kate were there, saying:
'I have met him before several times at the polo and I hear she is just as down to earth as him.'
'I have met him before several times at the polo and I hear she is just as down to earth as him.'
And it seems Kate was just as happy to be there as she dressed to impress for the occasion wearing a daring dress by French designer Roland Mouret featuring a thigh high split.
The Duchess, who was joined by her husband Prince William, added an eye-catching costume jewellery necklace to cream gown, while her hair was swept back in a modern ponytail to show off her dramatic neckline to best effect.
Royal guests: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge were in attendance at the premiere
Daring: The gown by French designer Roland Mouret may have been long sleeved but it featured a thigh-high split which showed off her legs
The film itself, which has been 16 years in the making, has received mixed reviews from critics, but Elba, who is best known for his role as a detective chief inspector in the hit TV series Luther, has been praised as ‘towering’ and ‘Oscar-worthy’.
Speaking on the red carpet last night he told Mail Online: 'Everyone knows who Mandela is, everyone has an idea of what he sounds and looks like. I worked really hard to pull in all the elements, from the sound of his voice to the way he walks. I don't look anything like him but it was really important the audience got a sense of who Mandela is because the likelihood is that we will never meet him in person.
'For somone who doesn't look like Mandela you have got to work harder to get the audience in there.
Family matters: Nelson's granddaughter Zindzi Mandela looked stunning in an off the shoulder dress
Strike a pose: (Left - right) Producer Anant Singh and Zindzi Mandela (right) posed up once inside the cinema
'I think he [Mandela] has seen parts of the film but ultimately it's about his life, he's been there, he's done it - so he might not even need to see it.
'Tonight is extra special because this is my country and when the royals come out to watch a film it's. a big deal. I feel very proud that it's my film, really proud.'
Each year the Royal Film Performance is staged to raise funds for the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund, which supports industry employees and their families in times of hardship.
Each year the Royal Film Performance is staged to raise funds for the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund, which supports industry employees and their families in times of hardship.
Girls night out: Jamelia was joined by her daughters Teja and Tiani (right) for the screening
Eye-catching: Both Emma McQuiston (L) and Irish model Joanne Salley (r) opted for very eye-catching dresses
As well as the film’s director and cast, the Duke and Duchess will meet a selection of the film’s trustees and beneficiaries.
Also benefitting from this year’s event is The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund, which works with the disadvantaged youth of South Africa.
Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom is released in the UK on January 3.
Noisy for a Noisette: Singer Shingai Shoniwa wore a bright and bold dress which made her stand out from the crowd
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