Disney’s beloved animated film ‘Moana’ is a cultural touchstone, featuring the unforgettable titular character and a rich, vibrant world of mythology and adventure. Recently, rumors have circulated that Zendaya, the acclaimed actor and singer, may be set to play Moana in an upcoming live-action adaptation.
With images purportedly showing Zendaya in costume as the character making the rounds online, fans are eagerly speculating about whether these rumors are true and what Zendaya’s portrayal of Moana might look like on the big screen.
Zendaya as Moana
Since Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson announced a live-action adaptation of Moana, fans have created numerous images and fan-made video teasers.
Many speculate that Zendaya will play the lead role, as she bears a striking resemblance to the character. This has been making rounds as early as the movie first came out. However, no confirmation or details have been announced yet regarding the casting of this iconic role.
@Zendaya Perfectly fit as Moana 😍😍 pic.twitter.com/uFut4QVgDx
— Cathygurl (@Batgurl88) April 18, 2023
When will the live-action adaptation of Moana come out?
- We can assume that we won’t see this movie this year, now that they have just announced the live-action adaptation of Moana.
- However, we should note that movie production typically starts before they make official announcements. According to Radio Times, the movie will most likely be released around 2024-2025.
- It’s likely that they already have an official cast member list, with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson confirmed to reprise his role as Maui, as he did in the animated film.
Moana and Zendaya: Side-by-Side Comparison
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Zendaya cómo “Moana”😍 pic.twitter.com/Q4zlYQjpM4
— Eres Muy Hermosa (@eresmuyhermosa2) July 15, 2019
@Zendaya You're like Moana pic.twitter.com/UtyrmVzyEr
— 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐩𝐬🎈 (@mmka_dove) September 4, 2019
Who is Moana?
Moana is a fictional character from the 2016 Disney movie “Moana.” She is the daughter of the chief of a Polynesian village and the chosen one by the ocean to embark on a journey to save her island from a terrible curse.
Throughout the movie, Moana learns about her culture, navigates the ocean, and discovers her own identity and strength as she sets out to find the demigod Maui to help her restore the heart of Te Fiti, a powerful goddess who can heal the land. Moana is brave, determined, and loves her people and culture.
Disney’s Moana Voice Actors (Main Cast)
| Auli’i Cravalho | Moana |
| Dwayne Johnson | Maui |
| Rachel House | Gramma Tala |
| Temuera Morrison | Chief Tiu |
| Jemaine Clement | Tamatoa |
| Nicole Scherzinger | Sina |
| Alan Tudyk | Heihei |
Moana Movie Plot
The movie “Moana” is a 2016 Disney film that tells the story of a young girl named Moana. She lives on a Polynesian island and is chosen by the ocean to embark on a journey to save her people.
Moana is the daughter of the chief of her village and is expected to lead her people one day. However, when a curse threatens the island and its resources, Moana defies her father’s orders. She then sets out to find the demigod Maui, who can help her return the heart of Te Fiti, a powerful goddess, to its rightful place and restore balance to the world.
Along the way, Moana faces many challenges and learns about her people’s history and culture, as well as her own identity and strength. She also forms a bond with Maui and learns to navigate the ocean, ultimately becoming a true leader and saving her people from destruction.
Would Zendaya be a good fit for the role of Moana in the upcoming live-action adaptation? If not, do you think someone else would be better suited for the part? Let us know in the comments!
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