Fans of Disney’s animated film “Moana” are looking forward to the new live-action adaptation of the film, which is set to begin filming later this year.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson teased that he will be reprising his role as Maui, the shape-shifting demigod, which has many wondering if Auli’i Cravalho will also be reprising his role as Moana. Now, the Disney actor is setting the record straight.
Auli’i Cravalho Says He Will Pass ‘Moana’ Baton
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Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the 2016 animated film, posted a video to Instagram stating if she will reprise her role for the upcoming live-action film.
“When I was cast as Moana at the age of 14, it changed my life and started my career,” the now 22-year-old actress said in the video. “In this live-action retelling, I will not reprise that role. I believe it is very important that the casting accurately represents the character and the story we want to tell,” he explained.
Cravalho said she was excited to pass the baton, stating, “I can’t wait to find the next actress to portray Moana’s brave spirit, undeniable intelligence and emotional strength. I am truly honored to pass this baton to the next woman of Pacific Island descent to honor our incredible Pacific people, culture and community that helped inspire her story, and I look forward to all the beautiful Pacific representations to come. Mahalo.”
Although Cravalho will not be reprising her role as Moana, she will still be involved with the project as she is an executive producer on the project.
Dwayne Johnson Teases Reprise As Maui
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During Disney’s annual shareholder meeting last month, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger, and “Moana” actor Dwayne Johnson, announced the news that a new live-action adaptation of the 2016 animated film is in the works.
The former WWE star appeared on the beach, looking like a “Moana” pose, to deliver the news. “This story is my culture, and this story is a symbol of the grace and strength of our people’s warriors,” Johnson said during the call. “I wear this culture with pride on my skin and soul, and this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reunite with Maui, inspired by the mana and spirit of my late grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia, was one that went very well. deep for me.”
“We are very excited and happy to announce that a live-action remake of ‘Moana’ is in the works,” he said.
Johnson went on to list many beloved characters who will return in the live-action project including Moana, Gramma Tala, Pua the Pig and more. The actor concluded by saying, “and one more thing, what’s the man’s name? Oh, yours, Hey-Hey chicken, kidding! Hei-Hei will be in it, but Maui will be in it too,” teasing he will reprise the role in the upcoming project.
Johnon has also been confirmed to produce the film under Seven Bucks Productions with Dany Garcia and Hiram Garcia. Additionally, Beau Flynn, who wrote the screenplay for the original animated film, will return to write the remake, along with Dana Ledoux. For now, no director has been named.
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