Dwayne Johnson shares exciting update on Disney’s live-action film “Vaiana”

Dwayne Johnson shared an exciting update for fans of Disney’s live-action Vaiana – The wonderful world of love.

On Instagram, the actor revealed that production will begin in August and the film will be released on June 27, 2025. The new release date was originally scheduled for July 10, 2026.

Johnson, 52, will reprise his role as Maui, who he played in the animated film “The Vaiana – The wonderful world of love and 2024 Vaiana 2 – The Great Adventure.

“Exciting and inspiring casting news as we begin to bring our live-action MOANA family together,” Johnson wrote, sharing portrait photos of the cast alongside their animated counterparts.

The actor also informed fans that newcomer Catherine Laga’aia will play the film’s Polynesian title heroine.

John Tui, who previously starred in Johnson’s NBC comedy “Young Rock,” which was inspired by the life and early years of the former WWE star, will play Chief Tui, Moana’s father.

Rena Owen will play Moana’s grandmother Gramma Tala and Frankie Adams will play her mother Sina.

“And your devoted demigod person ~ MAUI,” Johnson wrote in the caption.

“It is our great honor to share the legends, songs, dances and traditions of our Polynesian culture with all of you and your families around the world,” concluded the “Jumanji” star.