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Ayra Starr joins Hollywood’s ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

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Ayra Starr makes her acting debut in the Hollywood adaptation of *Children of Blood and Bone*, starring alongside Viola Davis, Idris Elba, and Cynthia Erivo

Ayra Starr joins Hollywood’s Children of Blood and Bone in what marks the Nigerian singer’s official debut on the big screen.

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The award-winning music sensation is stepping into a new spotlight as part of the highly anticipated adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling fantasy novel, joining an elite cast that includes Viola Davis, Cynthia Erivo, and Idris Elba.

The transition from music to acting has been anything but simple for the “Rush” crooner. In an exclusive interview with CBS Mornings, Ayra Starr opened up about the shift in pace and expectations that come with being on a film set.

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“My first movie ever. 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 said.

Her involvement in Children of Blood and Bone signals a significant milestone, not just for her personal career but for the growing presence of Nigerian talent in international cinema.

The film, based on Adeyemi’s critically acclaimed novel, is set in a mythical West African kingdom where a young girl fights to restore magic to her oppressed people. The story has been praised for its cultural depth and fantasy world-building rooted in Yoruba traditions.

Ayra Starr’s inclusion in the cast speaks volumes about the expanding influence of Nigerian creatives beyond music. Having made waves in the global music scene with hits that resonate across Africa and the diaspora, she now brings her charisma and confidence into a new arena.

While the film’s release date is yet to be officially confirmed, production is well underway, and excitement is building across entertainment circles. For Starr, this is not just an acting opportunity but a chance to represent a new generation of African storytellers on screen.

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Also read: Ayra Starr makes history as first Nigerian woman to hit one billion YouTube views

Her fans, already captivated by her voice, will now see a new side of the artist as she takes on the demands and dynamics of Hollywood. If her musical journey is anything to go by, Ayra Starr’s acting debut may just be the beginning of an even bigger global ascent.

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Lizzy Anjorin Questions Court Order Over Priscilla Ojo’s Son

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.

Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.

The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.

“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.

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Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.

Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.

The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.

The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.

An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.

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Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.

Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.

The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.

In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.

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BBNaija Kess Says Big Brother Makes Life Harder

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Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.

The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.

“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.

The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.

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Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.

His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.

Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.

However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.

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Damilola Oni Suffers Backlash at Mama Deola Movie Premiere

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Nigerian actress Damilola Oni has come under heavy fire across social media over her controversial outfit at the star-studded Mama Deola movie premiere (more…)

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