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Contestant on ‘The Voice’ Delights Viewers by Singing ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s ‘Aladdin’
Chris James, an audiobook narrator from Norwich, made an appearance on last week’s auditions for The Voice and had the audience on their feet with his rendition of ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s Aladdin. After his performance, James shared a bit about himself and had the judges wondering why he chose to sing a song from … Contestant on ‘The Voice’ Delights Viewers by Singing ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s ‘Aladdin’
UK Media Criticizes Disney for “Browning Up” Extras in Upcoming Live Action ‘Aladdin’
Over the weekend, several news outlets in the UK reported on the casting for Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of Aladdin. “Fury as Disney ‘browns up’ white actors to star in Aladdin despite filming next to one million-strong Asian community,” read a Daily Mail headline. The headline in an article in the Sunday Times that originally broke the … UK Media Criticizes Disney for “Browning Up” Extras in Upcoming Live Action ‘Aladdin’
Disney Postpones Release Date on ‘Star Wars: Episode IX’
Star Wars: Episode XI was originally supposed to hit theatres on May 24, 2019, but along with yet another new director, a new release date has just been announced. The official release date has been bumped up to December 20, 2019. We’ve also learned that the live-action adaptation of Aladdin will hit theatres on May 24, 2019.
Creation of New White Character, Prince Anders, in Live-Action Aladdin Draws Controversy
In July, it was announced that Naomi Scott had been selected to play Princess Jasmine in the upcoming live-action Aladdin film, which will be directed by Guy Ritchie. Some were critical of the casting choice as Naomi Scott is half-white and half-Indian, which caused some to question why Disney couldn’t find a female lead that … Creation of New White Character, Prince Anders, in Live-Action Aladdin Draws Controversy
Disney Casts Numan Acar as Hakim in Live-Action Remake of ‘Aladdin’
Numan Acar has just been cast in the live-action remake of Disney’s Aladdin. Acar will be joining Will Smith as Genie along with Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott who will play the roles of Aladdin and Princess Jasmine, respectively. The live-action adaptation is based on the 1992 animated classic by following the story of Aladdin, … Disney Casts Numan Acar as Hakim in Live-Action Remake of ‘Aladdin’
Disney’s Upcoming Live Action Remake of ‘Aladdin’ Finds Its Jafar
Marwan Kenzari is reportedly in negotiation with Disney to assume the role of Jafar in Disney’s live-action remake of Aladdin. Kenzari appeared in MGM’s Ben-Hur, Universal’s The Mummy, and stars opposite Noomi Rapace and Glenn Close in Netflix’s action thriller What Happened to Monday. Kenzari also plays the conductor of a train filled with duplicitous … Disney’s Upcoming Live Action Remake of ‘Aladdin’ Finds Its Jafar
Casting for Princess Jasmine in Disney’s Live-Action Aladdin Causes Controversy
After a worldwide search of over 2,000 actors, the leading roles of the Genie, Aladdin, and Princess Jasmine were announced this past weekend at the D23 Expo. Disney is now facing some criticism for the casting of Princess Jasmine. Naomi Scott landed the role of Princess Jasmine, and her heritage as a half-white and half-Indian … Casting for Princess Jasmine in Disney’s Live-Action Aladdin Causes Controversy
Will Smith Cast as Genie in the Live Action ‘Aladdin’
Today at D23, it was announced that Will Smith has been cast as the Genie in the upcoming Aladdin live-action remake! Disney also announced the casting of Princess Jasmine and Aladdin. Aladdin will be played by the up and coming Mena Massoud, and Princess Jasmine will be played by Naomi Scott (who recently played the … Will Smith Cast as Genie in the Live Action ‘Aladdin’
Oscar Winner Alan Menken to Perform a New One-Man Show at This Year’s D23 Expo
Eight-time Oscar®-winner and second most prolific Oscar winner in the music category, Alan Menken will perform his own music and share entertaining anecdotes about his unrivaled career at this year’s D23 Expo 2017. Alan Menken in concertImage: Chuck Mirarchi Best known for his songs and music in such Disney box office hits Beauty and the … Oscar Winner Alan Menken to Perform a New One-Man Show at This Year’s D23 Expo
Disneyland’s Fantasmic! Adds Scenes From The Lion King, Tangled, and More!
When Fantasmic! returns to Disneyland Park this summer, it looks like it’ll have some new additions to the show. Aladdin, The Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Tangled look to all be scenes that will be included! Additionally, Mickey Mouse looks to have an even bigger presence in the nighttime spectacular. There is no … Disneyland’s Fantasmic! Adds Scenes From The Lion King, Tangled, and More!
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