The megastar plays a starring role in the new "Smurfs" animated movie. Yet the portrayal of a beloved community of blue creatures has been criticized for a lack of gender balance.

Rihanna has a special childhood connection to her role in the upcoming Smurfs movie.

The latest attempt to jumpstart the iconic Smurfs franchise back to boxoffice life, Smurfs, will be perfectly acceptable fodder to keep the kiddies amused, and because of its original 80’s Saturday Morning cartoon series just might provide enough nostalgia to make it bearable for their parents.

The filmmaker is responsible for bringing the blue crew back to the big screen for another adventure with a star-studded cast, including John Goodman as Papa Smurf alongside James Corden, Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Dan Levy, Sandra Oh and Hannah Waddingham.

The very pregnant 37-year-old icon walked the blue carpet at the Paramount Theater with her two sons, RZA, 2, and Riot, 1. The film, which hears Rihanna voice the character Smurfette, was celebrated with the cast and a few life-size Smurfs making an appearance.

Rihanna hit the “Smurfs” premiere with an adorable son on each arm.

Known for her powerful presence and magnetic voice, Rihanna brings an entirely new depth to this character. Speaking about her connection to Smurfette and what drew her to the role, she shares, "So many mornings, I woke up long before I was supposed to get ...

A pregnant Rihanna hit the red carpet for the first time with both sons, introducing RZA & Riot to Papa Smurf at the L.A. 'Smurfs' movie premiere.