Grammy-nominated Nigerian-born singer Ayra Starr has made her Nollywood debut with Prime video‘s original Christmas In Lagos movie.
The star-studded romantic comedy also features casting director Teniola A. Aladese; Nigerian-American actor/filmmaker Shalom C. Obiago; British-born actor Rayxia Ojo; actress and singer Shaffy Bello; as well as Afrobeats singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold.
The plot follows recently heartbroken Fiyin (Aladese), who’s convinced her best friend, Elo (Obiago), is the love of her life.
Speaking about the Grammy nominee, the movie’s director, Jadesola Osiberu, said in an interview, “For me, Ayra Starr represents what it means to be young and female and daring and brave and fearless—just being yourself. She was on the list from day one.”
Other musicians featured in the film include Wurld and Liya. The soundtrack features songs from legendary musician Sunny Ade, Afrobeats icons Flavour, D’banj, and more.
