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Moana gets new release date 

Dwayne Johnson who lent his voice for the character of demigod Maui, will reprise his role

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Moana, the upcoming live-action adaptation of Disney's iconic story, is slated for release on June 27, 2025, the makers confirmed.

Dwayne Johnson who lent his voice for the character of demigod Maui in the animated film, will be reprising his role and will also back the upcoming film alongside Dany Garcia and Hiram Garcia under the banner Seven Bucks Productions. Auli'i Cravalho will be playing Moana.

Moana is set in ancient Polynesia and tells the story of strong-willed Moana, who is the daughter of village chief. As a chosen one to reunite a relic with Goddess, Moana sails to meat demigod Maui and save her people. Auliʻi Cravalho voiced for Moana.

Other cast members are yet to be announced.

Moana adds itself to the list of live-action adaptations that Disney is offering. After the releases of The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan and Wendy, the studio is also working on Lilo & Stitch, Bambi and Lion King.

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