The first photos from the set of the live-action version of Moana give fans a glimpse at Dwayne Johnson’s look as Maui. An announcement regarding the live-action version of Moana was made in April 2023. However, no release window for the movie has been confirmed yet. Apart from Johnson as Maui, the demigod, Catherine Laga‘aia has been cast as Moana.
First look at Dwayne Johnson’s Maui revealed in new Moana set photos
Dwayne Johnson’s first look as his Moana character, Maui, from the set of the live-action movie was shared online by scooper Matt Desmond.
In the set photos posted on X (formerly Twitter), Johnson can be seen donning a skirt made of green leaves and a black hair wig, while showing off his tattooed body. In one of the photos, Johnson is also seen wearing a necklace made out of whale teeth. Additionally, he holds Maui’s signature weapon in his hands.
Check out the set photos from the Moana live-action set below:
Since the release of these set photos, fans across social media have been questioning whether the actor is wearing a body suit. However, nothing has been confirmed regarding that from the actor. Johnson also voices Maui in the animated movie Moana, whose sequel is coming to theaters on November 27, 2024.
Talking about playing Maui in the live-action, Dwayne Johnson shared an Instagram post in 2023. He wrote, “Deeply humbled to announce we’re bringing the beautiful story of MOANA to the live-action big screen!”
The Red One actor was further excited to address how Moana connects with him. He stated that the story is one related to his “culture, and this story is emblematic of our people’s grace.” The actor further labeled playing Maui in live-action as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Moana was highly appreciated by critics and audiences and made a total of $643 million, as per Box Office Mojo.
