Speaking in a recent interview with CBS Mornings, Nigerian music sensation and Mavin Records signee Ayra Starr shared her experience stepping into the world of acting for the first time.
Ayra Starr is making her Hollywood debut as a lead in the highly anticipated adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel Children of Blood and Bone. The star-studded cast features acclaimed actors like Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, and Idris Elba, marking a significant moment for African representation in global cinema.
Describing the experience, Ayra admitted that transitioning from the music stage to a film set has been both exciting and humbling.
“My first movie ever,” she said. “I’m used to being a singer and being a diva on set, but with this one—in a movie—it’s not about you. You have to be on set on time.”
She confessed that being in front of the camera in this new capacity made her a bit shy, noting that it felt different from the spotlight she’s used to in music.
With Children of Blood and Bone already generating major buzz, Ayra Starr’s foray into film signals a bold new chapter in her creative journey—one that fans around the world are eager to witness.