Nigerian Afrobeats star and Mavin Records artist Ayra Starr is set to make her Hollywood debut in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone.
The Lucasfilm-produced movie, based on Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel, follows a young woman’s journey to restore magic in an African-inspired kingdom oppressed by tyrannical rulers.
Ayra Starr will star alongside Hollywood heavyweights like Viola Davis, Idris Elba, and Cynthia Erivo, marking a major milestone in her career.
Best known for chart-topping hits like “Rush” and “Sabi Girl,” Ayra Starr’s transition into acting has sparked excitement among fans.
With the film set for a 2027 release, this move further solidifies Ayra Starr’s global dominance after making history as the first Nigerian woman to receive an RIAA Diamond certification for her single “Santa.”
