Auli’i Cravalho Reacts to New ‘Moana 2’ Toys Before Sequel Releases in November (Exclusive)

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Auli’i Cravalho gives Moana fans are getting a look at the Disney movie’s newest merchandise before Motonui’s wandering princess heads to the big screen this fall.

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ahead Moana 2Set to be released on November 27, Cravalho (who returns as the voice of Moana) teases the sequel’s upcoming toys with no shortage of “oohs”, “ahhhs” and “wows” in the unboxing video, which premieres on November 27. Hollywood Reporter above. The 23-year-old Hawaii-born star is showing off a range of holiday-ready items, including a new version of the Disney princess’s light-up seashell necklace and a squeaky figurine of Moana’s pet rooster Hei Hei (“Alan Tudyk would be so proud!”). shouts), by Jakks Pacific; and a singing Moana doll and canoe playset from Mattel.

“Okay, first of all it’s a lei po’o Cravalho says the following about her traditional Hawaiian flower crown: Moana doll sings. As for the toy’s vocals? “Ah! Wow! Ah! You sound good!

Mattel and Jakks Pacific products are among the upcoming releases Moana 2including a new one American Girl doll with its accessories, Fun Pop! vinyl figuresLego building sets, Popsockets phone accessories and more. Selected products are now available online at: Aim, AmazonWalmart and other retailers will have it on physical shelves starting in October.

Moana 2 It follows Moana (Cravalho) three years after the first film and follows her, at the call of her ancestor Tautai Vasa (Gerald Ramsey), as she reunites with the Hawaiian god Maui (Dwayne Johnson) for a thrilling new ocean voyage. The sequel introduces Moana’s younger sister Simea (Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda) and a crew of budding sailors (voiced by Hualālai Chung, David Fane and Rose Matafeo). According to the film’s logline, “Receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the distant seas of Oceania and treacherous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever encountered.”

Returning stars Rachel House (Tala, Moana’s grandmother), Temuera Morrison (Chief Tui, Moana’s father) and Nicole Scherzinger (Sina, Moana’s mother) also reprise their roles in the sequel. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ldoux Miller. Moana 2 Grammy-winning musicians Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear (of TikTok fame) The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical album), three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina and Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa’i.

In May, Moana 2 broke the record for most watched trailer In the history of Disney Animation and Pixar. Although Cravalho voices the adventurous protagonist of the film we won’t play that in the live action version. (But he did Star as Ariel live action special The Little Mermaid Live! in 2019.)

“As the film’s executive producer, I can’t wait to help find the next actress to portray Moana’s bold spirit, undeniable intelligence and emotional strength,” said Cravalho. Instagram Reels “I am truly honored to pass this baton to the next young woman of Pacific Island descent to honor our incredible peoples, cultures, and communities that inspired her story.”

He explained the movement earlier this year at the second annual Pacifica Entertainment Advancement Komiti Conversations panel. “When I took on this role at the age of 14, I didn’t fully realize how much of a burden would be placed on my shoulders. It’s wrong for me to represent the entire Pacific; so I’m looking forward to seeing more faces in the crowd, and more importantly, more faces behind the scenes, in the writers’ room, as showrunners, producers, and industry leaders. Because having to answer everyone’s questions is too much,” he said.

Watch Cravalho Unboxing video above and official Moana 2 Watch the trailer below and keep scrolling to shop new merchandise from the Disney sequel, including toys, books, costume accessories and more.