Gugu Mbatha-Raw Instagram – “It’s a competitive industry, it’s not going to happen by magic. If you want something, you have to remind people you’re there.” Introducing our latest cover featuring @gugumbatharaw – UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, actor and executive producer. Gugu opens up on power, self-love and her quiet ascent to ‘Badass leading lady’ in the Netflix heist LIFT. Visit the link in bio to read her exclusive interview. #GuguMbathaRaw #Marieclaireuk Director and photographer: @silviadraz Editor in chief: @andreacanwrite Shoot and film director: @lisaoxenham Writer: @maid_marriot_innit Senior designer: @treeburns Chief sub-editor: @nicolamoyne Producer: @sofiapizah Videographer and video edit: @celinehong__ Make-up artist: @kaymontano at @comanagementagency using @chanel.beauty Les Beiges Winter Glow Collection Stylist: @annahcstyle at @stellacreativeartists Hair stylist: @bjornkrischker at @thewallgroup using @marianilastockholm Nail artist: @stephie_nails at @carolhayesmanagement using @chanel.beauty Lighting technician: @arturo.sylar Sound recordist: @joshdykesonthemics Digital technician: @ollie_wilkinsondavis Styling assistant: @lizzie_ash Flowers: @paperflowercompany Location: @loftstudioslondon With thanks to @publiceyecomms Fashion credits: Gugu wears dress by @huishanzhang, jewellery by @chanelofficial