Well, hang on to your surfboards, folks! The live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch is making waves with the cutest little star to ever hit the big screen - Maia Kealoha! This pint-sized powerhouse from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is ready to bring the beloved character of Lilo to life, and she's making her acting debut in style.
At just 6-7 years old, Maia is already a seasoned pro when it comes to the spotlight. From Little Miss Kona Coffee pageants to Tahitian dancing, this island girl has been showing off her talents from a young age. And now, she's about to take Hollywood by storm as the perfect choice to play Lilo in the live-action adaptation. Talk about a natural-born performer!
With her infectious smile, boundless energy, and undeniable charm, Maia is sure to capture the hearts of audiences worldwide. She's got that special "ohana" spirit that Lilo is known for, and fans can't wait to see her bring the character to life on the big screen. It's like a match made in movie heaven!
Newcomer Maia Kealoha has been cast as Lilo in the upcoming ‘Lilo & Stitch’ live-action movie. pic.twitter.com/4uJuwDRcIz
— Metroscene Mag (@MetrosceneMag) April 5, 2023
Lilo’s character as the young bereaved island girl is surely a huge responsibility to the casting team as this character shows high eccentric traits, and to mention, her emotional sensitivity. Casting Maia Kealoha means she certainly had to shoot her shot at being the best Lilo.
this lil’ cutie maia kealoha is gonna play lilo in the live-action lilo & stitch coming soon and i wanna protect her at ALL costs! 🥺🥺💗 pic.twitter.com/x1FJHSXTt4
— khalia. | heath ledger day🩰🪞 (@VERONASFILMS) April 1, 2023
Lilo & Stitch Live Action
The film’s remake is not just an ordinary animation, but a full-length live-action movie directed by Dean Fleischer Camp who also directed the mockumentary ‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes on’. The said live action film is tentatively scheduled to be released in May 2024, and reportedly streamed on Disney+. Confirmed by The Wrap, the anticipated remake of the cult 2002 film casts Zach Galifianakis, whose role is the side character named Pleakley, the one-eyed creature who intends to capture Stitch and take its maker Jumbo. As per the awaited character of Stitch–Experiment 626, the dog-like creature who was meant to destroy every tangible thing that comes its way–will of course be a computer-generated character.Stitch will, naturally, be a CG confection in the new live-action #LiloAndStitch movie https://t.co/A8BR7RRDfc pic.twitter.com/56vsNs40ew
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) February 17, 2023
Lilo & Stitch became a success under Disney because of the gradual representation of modern Hawaiians. Representation in the film is a vital part in mirroring the authenticity of how it's made and intensively casting Maia Kealoha is the best shot for it, as it is important to note that the original Disney animated film teaches us the essence of having a family and how one can serve your worries and inhibitions.
This film will surely bring forth joy to our inner Disney child whose time is only set for sitting on the floor with our parents or siblings or even our cousins and friends, staring at the television, and watching the show that comes along our way. After all, Ohana still means family, and family means no one gets left behind.
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