All aboard Disney‘s magic carpet ride! For, the studio have finally confirmed the cast of its much anticipated ‘Aladdin’ live-action remake.
After reportedly “struggling” to secure stars for the flick, the media force have signed newcomer Mena Massoud for the lead role of Aladdin, while ‘Power Rangers’ actress Naomi Scott will play Jasmine.
Their recruitment brings an end what some sources claim was a mammoth search for the picture’s protagonists, with names such as Riz Ahmed and Dev Patel initially eyed.
In a major coup, Will Smith has been formally announced as Genie – confirming speculation that had been building for months.
Set to commence shooting in London next month, the picture is being directed by Guy Ritchie.
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Nostalgia and re-tellings are a tried and proven path to box office success in today’s climate, so we’re of the “why not” mindset. Especially if done correctly.
We just hope that for every big-budget revisiting of stories already told, studios will commit to the creation of new ones.
Hmmmmm idk about that pick. I really wish Jim Carey would’ve been considered
Yeah I can’t see Will Smith as Genie…
Robin Williams is too ingrained in my memory
Jim n Robin wouldn’t bring the interest to a modern-day version of Aladdin like Will Smith. And the soundtrack is gonna be a banger cuz will love the kids
Gilbert Godfried better still be Iago
Has to be!!
Madonna ex got work..lol
I guess the girl Jade from Little Mix didn’t get the gig…. a shame as i thought she would’ve been really good. I didn’t get the hoo ha about casting male female leads as they could’ve just chosen from the cast that are in the play.
She was never even in the running for the role. It was a story made up by the British tabloids
Tituss Burgess would have been a better genie…
Lol from what I remember about Genie, Will Smith definitely would make a good fit. I could hear him playing it.
Why do they have a white woman playing Jasmine?
Great role for Will. .. I’m sure he’ll deliver