<div style="text-align: justify; "><span style="font-size: 1rem;"><b>Acclaimed Bollywood actress Tabu has been cast in a significant recurring role in the upcoming Max prequel series “Dune: Prophecy,” Variety reports. Although the series is still pending a premiere date, anticipation builds as it delves into the origins of the “Dune” universe.</b></span><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">Originally commissioned in 2019 as “Dune: The Sisterhood,” the series is inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel “Sisterhood of Dune.” It unfolds 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides and focuses on two Harkonnen sisters who navigate political upheavals to establish the Bene Gesserit, a key faction in the Dune saga.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Tabu is set to portray Sister Francesca, a character described as “strong, intelligent, and alluring.” Sister Francesca’s intriguing backstory includes a former romantic entanglement with the Emperor, which, upon her return to the palace, disrupts the established power dynamics.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">One of India’s most respected actresses, Tabu has earned considerable acclaim for her versatile performances, winning the National Film Award for Best Actress twice and securing several Filmfare Awards. Her international projects include notable films like “Life of Pi,” “The Namesake,” and the BBC drama “A Suitable Boy.”</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The series boasts a diverse ensemble cast including Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Johdi May, Mark Strong, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, and several others. Despite a series of creative shifts and showrunner changes that led to a reset in 2023, “Dune: Prophecy” is poised to add a rich prequel to the “Dune” franchise, reports UNB</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">With the recent success of two new “Dune” films, which collectively grossed over $1.1 billion, and a third installment in development, the “Dune” universe continues to expand its cinematic and television footprint, captivating audiences worldwide.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd/fas</div>