Moana, Disney and Her Way

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'Moana' isn't another Cinderella story. But she is Disney's most empowered princess.
Moana’s desire for cultural tradition speaks to me personally. But clearly, this isn’t just a film for people with Polynesian heritage.
Beyond ‘Moana’: Auli’i Cravalho Reflects on Finding Her Way After Disney Princess Stardom
The actress tells TheWrap she loves "coming home" to the character, but wants to "be challenged continually" The post Beyond ‘Moana’: Auli’i Cravalho Reflects on Finding Her Way After Disney Princess Stardom appeared first on TheWrap.
Beyond 'Moana': Auliʻi Cravalho Reflects on Finding Her Way After Disney Princess Stardom
Auliʻi Cravalho was cast in her first professional acting role as a Disney princess. She would also be the studio's first Polynesian princess (though the character herself insists she's not technically a princess),
Auliʻi Cravalho Reveals How Moana Was 'Allowed to Age' in the Disney Sequel: 'My Voice Has Changed' Since Age 15 (Exclusive)
Now 24 years old, Auliʻi Cravalho is looking back at a decade since she was cast as the iconic wayfinding chieftess
Moana Star Auliʻi Cravalho Opens Up About Her Character Aging Up in Sequel; Says They Have 'Been Juxtaposed' in Their Growth
Moana came out in 2016, voiced by the then 15-year-old Auliʻi Cravalho, the rebellious character won audiences hearts. Now in 2024 as the franchise returns, Cravalho has also made it back to the beloved role.
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Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson talk 'Moana 2' at world premiere in Hawaii
Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, stars of "Moana 2," discussed the new animated film at its world premiere in ...
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Auliʻi Cravalho Opens Up About Full-Circle Moment Buying Her Mom a House After Moana Success: 'So Grateful' (Exclusive)
With Moana 2 now in theaters, the 24-year-old Hawaii native is reflecting on the full-circle moment of returning to the ...
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Moped Rider Dies Following Collision on Kapiolani Boulevard Near Ala Moana
A moped rider died after being hit by a vehicle while turning in Honolulu; police do not suspect speed, drugs, or alcohol.
Big names hit the blue carpet in Leeward Oahu for the world premiere of ‘Moana 2’
It was a star-studded night in Leeward Oahu for the blue carpet world premiere of Disney’s “Moana 2.” Aulii Cravalho — the ...
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Hawaii Black Friday promotions lined up for eager shoppers
The sky will still be dark when a bunch of stores open their doors on Black Friday in Hawaii for the traditional start of the ...
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson talks ‘Moana 2,’ honoring Hawaii roots
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson sits down with TODAY’s Donna Farizan to discuss working on his new movie “Moana 2" with two of his ...
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MOANA Set Photos Feature Catherine Laga'aia Filming Key Scene As Dwayne Johnson Confirms Muscle Suit
Newly revealed photos from the set of Disney's live-action Moana have surfaced and they put the spotlight on Catherine ...
Hawaii-born candy entrepreneurs flex sour power with Moana 2 collab
Better Sour founders Bella Hughes and Semira Nikou working with Disney to market their new Llikoi Passion Fruit Gummy Stars ...
Dwayne Johnson brings his daughters to shine at Moana 2 premiere in Hawaii
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson walked the red carpet with his three daughters at the Moana 2 premiere in Hawaii, marking a rare ...