Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has said starring in Moana has brought him closer to his Polynesian culture as he reflected on the importance of representation on screen. The Hollywood star, whose mother is Samoan,

MUMBAI: Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson, who voices the character of Maui in “Moana 2”, revealed that the film is based on the idea that it’s okay to think beyond and explore.

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.

Dwayne Johnson transforms into Maui in set photos from Disney’s live-action Moana. See first looks at the film, premiering in July 2026.

Self-proclaimed "proud girl dad" Dwayne Johnson told "GMA" his daughters "see themselves" in Moana as he talked "Moana 2."

Photos from the set of the live-action Moana film have emerged, showcasing a very beefy Dwayne Johnson as the Demigod, Maui.

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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was spotting dressed as his Moana character Maui while filming Disney's live-action remake of the 2016 animated movie in Hawaii Nov. 21. See the first look.