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Dwayne Johnson to reprise Maui role in live-action Moana sequel

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Dwayne Johnson and Lin-Manuel Miranda are set to collaborate once again in the highly anticipated upcoming live-action version of Disney's Moana. The original animated film, which was released in 2016, received critical acclaim for its breathtaking animation and its heartfelt portrayal of Polynesian mythology and culture. Now, Disney is taking on the challenge of adapting Moana into a live-action spectacle, and fans couldn't be more excited.

The announcement that Dwayne Johnson will reprise his role as the demigod Maui has generated a lot of buzz. Johnson's charismatic performance in the animated film was widely praised, and fans are looking forward to seeing him bring Maui to life once more. In an exclusive interview with ET Online, Johnson revealed that a global search had been conducted to find the perfect actress to portray Moana, the film's courageous young heroine. While details about her identity are being kept tightly under wraps, Johnson's comments have sparked great anticipation among fans eager to discover who will fill this iconic role.

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