DUBAI: The wait is over for fans of Disney heroine Mulan — the trailer of the much-anticipated live-action version of the 1998 animation was released on Sunday.
Released during the halftime break of the final FIFA Women’s World Cup match, the teaser featured Chinese-American actress Liu Yifei in the titular role, showing off her sword-fighting skills in what looks like an action-packed retelling of the story.
The famous tale follows Hua Mulan as she disguises herself as a warrior to take her father’s place in the Chinese military — a narrative based on an old folksong called the “Ballad of Mulan.” The live-action version is directed by a female director, Niki Caro, and features a majority Asian cast.
Although many elements from the animated movie seemed to have been removed, including iconic sidekicks Mushu and Cri-kee, fans are still excited for its release in March 2020.
Watch the trailer here:
