Ayra Starr, a Nigerian singer and Mavin Records artist, is set to make her Hollywood debut when she joins the star-studded cast of the highly anticipated film adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone.
The film, set in an African kingdom, follows the journey of a young woman on a mission to reclaim her people’s stolen magic and bring hope to an oppressive society.
Ayra Starr, who has already made a name for herself in the music industry with chart-topping hits like “Rush” and “Sabi Girl,” will make her acting debut alongside an accomplished cast that includes Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis, Golden Globe nominee Idris Elba, and acclaimed actress Cynthia Erivo.
The film, produced by Lucasfilm, the powerhouse studio behind iconic franchises like Star Wars, is currently in production and will be released in 2027.
When the film opens in theaters, fans can expect a visually stunning, epic story. The announcement has sparked excitement among Ayra Starr’s fans, who are thrilled to see the rising star branch out into acting.
This exciting news follows Ayra Starr’s historic achievement of becoming the first Nigerian woman to receive an RIAA Diamond certification for her single “Santa.”
