'Aladdin' Live-Action Film: Disney Struggling to Cast Leads | THR News

Disney is facing challenges in casting the lead roles for its live-action Aladdin movie. Despite a global search, finding a suitable male lead of Middle Eastern or Indian descent has been difficult. The studio is considering Naomi Scott and Tara Sutaria for Jasmine, but needs to finalize the male lead first. Will Smith is confirmed as the Genie. Disney's past success with extensive casting processes, like for Cinderella and Star Wars, gives hope. The production is set to start in August, with the studio determined to get the casting right for this iconic story.

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