India, July 9 -- These beloved animated gems are coming to life with live action makeover:

In 2016, Walt Disney Pictures introduced the world to Moana, daughter of a village chief in Polynesia, and shapeshifting demigod Maui, with Moana, the first animated film in the series. In 2024, audiences got a sequel with Moana 2. And now in 2026, Moana is getting a third installment, which serves as the first live-action film in the franchise. Catherine Laga'aia makes her acting debut as Moana with the film, which releases tomorrow on July 10, whereas Dwayne Johnson, who lent his voice in the animated series, reprises his role of Maui

After winning hearts with 3 animated films, based on the book series of the same name by author Cressida Cowell,...