The anticipation for Disney’s Moana: Live Action is building as the release date approaches. The film, which will release in cinemas across India on 10th Julyhas already captured attention for its casting and visuals. While Catherine Laga’aia steps into the titular role of Moana, Dwayne Johnson, who voiced the character in the animated original, is reprising his role as Maui for the live-action adaptation.
Since the release of the trailers, fans have been busy discussing various aspects of the film, including Dwayne Johnson’s transformation into the legendary demigod. One of the most talked-about details has been the actor’s appearance, specifically the long locks he sports to play the character of Maui. While social media users have shared plenty of opinions about the look, Johnson recently opened up about how his own children reacted when they first saw him on set.
In a recent interview, he shared that his daughters were initially caught off guard by the transformation. He said, “The first time they saw me as Maui, they were like, ‘Oh.'” He went on to describe the adjustment period for his children, mentioning the sheer scale of the hairstyle used for the production. He added, “It was jarring for them for maybe 10 minutes. Just to see me with hair, and I get it, it’s a lot of hair.”
Despite the initial surprise from his family, the excitement for the film remains high. The live-action version promises to bring the familiar spirit of the original animation to life, featuring the same adventurous tone and music that made the story a global favorite. Audiences in India can prepare to experience these sights and sounds when the movie releases in both English and Hindi on 10th July. The fans have shared how they are eager to see how the combination of the new cast and the iconic character design translates on the big screen.
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