The young star stared in the new movie 'Queen Of Katwe'. which was her first movie ever.Other actors in the movie includes Nigeria's David Oyelowo and the Kenyan acting queen 'Lupita Nyong.
The movie is a real-life story of a girl from the slums who discovers an unlikely talent (chess) and becomes an unlikely champion.
Lupita took to her Instagram page to congratulate the the rising star.
"Queen of Katwe is My darling on-screen daughter, Madina Nalwanga just got nominated for a Critics' Choice Award for best young actor/actress for her role in @queenofkatwemovie!!!! Her very first film, her very first nomination! Congratulations, my love. #queening #MadinaNalwanga #criticschoiceawards" the 33years old actress wrote.
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