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Mary J. Blige is adding a new title to the top of her resume alongside hip-hop trailblazer and R&B artist – executive movie producer.  

Her new movies "Real Love" and "Strength of a Woman" are premiering on Lifetime on June 10 and continuing June 17. Blige says the movies are based off of two of her biggest hits. 

"From the time I wrote 'Real Love,' until now, I have evolved into a very strong woman that cares about herself and loves herself. And this movie represents this,” said Blige.  

News 12’s Jordan Kissane sits down one-on-one with the iconic artist about her transition into movie production and the meaning behind her films.