Ayra Starr has stepped into the world of acting for the first time. The popular Afrobeats singer is part of the cast of Children of Blood and Bone, a movie based on the well-known fantasy book by Tomi Adeyemi. This film marks her official acting debut.
In this movie, she appears alongside top international actors such as Idris Elba, Viola Davis, and Cynthia Erivo, making it a big moment in her career. While speaking in a recent interview on CBS Morning, Ayra Starr said that acting had always been a dream for her, but she was often too shy to go for it.
She explained that this was the first time she faced the camera without singing. Ayra mentioned how much she learned on set, not just from the well-known actors but also from the younger cast members, some as young as 14 and 16 years old. She found their talent and confidence very inspiring.
Talking more about her experience, Ayra said that working with such skilled actors taught her a lot about hard work and staying focused. For her, the entire project was not just fun—it was an experience that helped her grow and see things in a new way.
