Moana 2
Disney’sMoana 2brought Dwayne Johnson back as Maui , a part that he has a inscrutable connection with through his sept . The long - anticipated sequel to 2016’sMoanasaw the nominal lineament embark on a novel adventure across the sea with a new crew , to unite the islands ; she eventually reunites with Maui , and they combat together against the violent storm god , Nalo , and raise the island of Motufetu . While the sequel did n’t quite hit the same level as the original critically , Moana 2has broken box office milestonesand is regarded as one of Disney ’s undecomposed continuation .
The part of Maui isone of the best of Dwayne Johnson ’s career , thanks to his voice - act skills , comedy and tattle talents , with his song " You ’re Welcome " regarded asone of the bestMoanasongs . He has spoken positively about his experiences voicing the theatrical role and being able to promote Polynesian mythology . Johnson is set to reprise the role of Maui for a third time in the upcoming live actionMoanamovie , and he has credit his family heritage for his potent performance as the Ubermensch .
The Character of Maui Was Partially Inspired By Johnson’s Grandfather
Maui’s Tattoos and Physique Were Inspired by The Wrestler, “High Chief” Peter Maivia
Throughout theMoanafranchise , Maui is depict as a muscular and prankish demigod , who plume himself on his abilities and his magical fishhook . Loosely based onthe real Polynesian demigod , Maui is know for his esthetic tattoo and big figure . While promotingMoana 2,Dwayne Johnson break that the design and characteristic of Maui were partially inspired by his maternal grandfather , Fanene Maivia , a grappler and doer who perform under the name " High Chief " Peter Maivia between the 1960s and 1980s .
Johnson described his granddaddy as " just like Maui , from his build to his hair to his charisma . "
Maivia was a extremity of the Anoa’i wrestling family and had Samoan tattoos that covered his pegleg and abdomen , symbolise his inheritance . “High Chief " Peter Maivia ’s tattoos and strong-arm appearance were later incorporate into Maui ’s character invention forMoana . In interview , Johnson described his grandpa , who go in 1982 when Johnson was 10 , as " just like Maui , from his build to his hair to his charisma , and he would babble out , and he was jazz . " Johnson discover performing as Maui as being " in the cutis of my gramps . And it really move me . " ( viaPeople )
Dwayne Johnson’s Daughters Had Cameos In Moana 2
Johnson’s Daughters Had Guest Roles As Members of Moana’s Fan Club
Moana 2depicts how life has changed for Moana since her first journey across the ocean to Te Fiti three years prior . Her family has grown with the introduction ofMoana ’s little sister , Simea , and she later recruits a new squad to conjoin her on her next dangerous undertaking to Motufetu . Moana ’s adventures have also moderate to the creation of a mini lover ball club on her island , dub the Moana - Bes . Two of the fan club member were voiced by Johnson ’s daughters , Jasmine and Tiana , in special cameo appearances forMoana 2 .
Johnson spoke about how much his girl enjoy taking part in the yield and hearing their voice in the movie , saying " they loved it " ( viaENews ) . During the filming , Johnson sat behind his daughter in the transcription kiosk to listen to their work and subsequently recorded business line with them ; he later joked that his daughters were " much better than Daddy " ( viaGeoNews ) . The inclusion body of his daughter inMoana 2has now allow three generations of Dwayne Johnson ’s family to make a bond with the popular franchise which could grow further with the button of the approaching alive - action remake .
source : People , ENews , GeoNews
Moana 2 is the continuation to the 2016 alive moving-picture show Moana . direct by David G. Derrick Jr. , Jason Hand , and Dana Ledoux Miller , the film continues the journey of Moana as she embarks on new risky venture , explore the huge Pacific Ocean while run into Modern characters and challenge along the way .
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