Hollywood: RMD, Ayra Starr Star in “Children of Blood and Bone”

Nollywood veteran Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD) and Nigerian singer Ayra Starr are set to star alongside Hollywood heavyweights Viola Davis and Idris Elba in the upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel, “Children of Blood and Bone.”

The star-studded cast also includes Thuso Mbedu as Zélie, Tosin Cole as Tzain, Amandla Stenberg as Princess Amari, Damson Idris as Prince Inan, Chiwetel Ejiofor as King Saran, and Regina King as Queen Nehanda.

Other notable cast members include British-Nigerian basketball players Temi Fagbenle, Pamilerin Ayodeji, Kola Bodunde, Shamz Garuba, Zackary Momoh, and Saniyya Sidney.

Lucasfilm, the studio behind Star Wars, is producing the film, which is set to be released in 2027.

“Children of Blood and Bone” is a “Black Lives Matter-inspired fantasy novel” that tells the story of an oppressive world where magic has been suppressed. The novel is set in the mythical kingdom of Orïsha and follows the journey of Zélie and her brother Tzain as they attempt to restore magic to their world.

The film is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who brings Tomi Adeyemi’s epic tale to life.

Adeyemi’s novel was inspired by her Nigerian heritage and Yoruba culture. The 30-year-old author has been hailed as the next J.K. Rowling, and her novel has been praised for its richly imagined world and compelling characters.

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