Lenny Kravitz signs on for key ‘Hunger Games’ role

Lenny will play Cinna, the fashion stylist assigned to Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence).

Los Angeles: Lenny Kravitz has joined the cast of ‘The Hunger Games’ in a role that fans of Suzanne Collins` best-selling trilogy have been anxious to see filled.

The actor-musician will play Cinna, the fashion stylist assigned to Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) as she prepares to take part in the Hunger Games. His stunning and unique designs play an integral role in her performance in the Games. "When I saw Lenny`s work in ‘Precious,’ I was just knocked out," director Gary Ross said. "It was quiet and strong and understated and open-hearted: all qualities which define this character." Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth also star in the movie, which Lionsgate is set to release March 23. Kravitz was nominated for an NAACP Image Award and an ensemble SAG Award for his role in ‘Precious.’ He also has appeared in ‘The Diving Bell and the Butterfly’ and ‘Zoolander.’ He is set to release his ninth studio album, ‘Black and White America,’ on August 30. Bureau Report