Meet Asha. She is a new Afro Latina Disney Princess. that was announced at D 23. She will be the lead in the new Disney film wish.

Is Disney making a Hispanic Princess?

Jennifer Lee (Frozen) writes and executive produces. Wish make Princess Asha the second Hispanic Disney Princess, after the television character Princess Elena of Avalor, and the first of Disney's major animated films.

Are there any Hispanic Disney characters?

You know Elena of Avalor — are you still as pumped as we are about the first Latina princess?! — and are excited about the all-Latinx cast of Coco, but do you know Emperor Kuzco, Harley Diaz, and Cruz Ramirez? Here's a watching marathon you need to settle in for, stat.

Is Asha going to be a Disney Princess?

No, technically Wish's Asha isn't a Disney princess.

The movie shows that Asha is just a regular girl from the kingdom of Rosas, intent on becoming an apprentice to King Magnifico (Chris Pine). At best, this would make her a Royal intern rather than royalty itself.

Will Disney make a Filipino princess?

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Is there a Chinese Disney Princess?

Created by author Robert D. San Souci, Mulan is based on the legendary Chinese warrior Hua Mulan from the poem the Ballad of Mulan, making her the first Disney Princess not to be based on a fairytale or folktale but rather a legend.

What ethnicity is Raya?

The film is a landmark moment for Southeast Asian representation in Hollywood: Raya is Disney's first Southeast Asian princess, and is voiced by Kelly Marie Tran, the first Southeast Asian actor to lead an animated feature from the studio.

Will Disney have an Indian princess?

Disney is finally coming up with an Indian Princess. The Disney franchise is collaborating with filmmaker Gurinder Chadha and screenwriter Paul Mayeda Berges for an original musical feature. The film will reportedly be about a 'dynamic princess' from the pages of Indian history.

Is Asha from wish Hispanic?

Asha is Disney's first Afro-Hispanic heroine to headline a feature film. This makes Asha the second character to be of African descent, Tiana being the first.

What is the new Disney Princess in 2024?

During the 2022 D23 Expo Presentation, it was announced that Snow White would be released in 2024. On September 15, 2022, the film was announced to have a release date of March 22, 2024.

Which princess is Mexican?

Elena de Avalor is Disney's first Latina princess.

Is Sofia the First Mexican?

According to a Disney spokeswoman, Sofia has a mixed fairy-tale heritage; her mother and father are from Galdiz (which is based on Spain) and Freezenburg (which is based on Scandinavia), respectively.

Who is the first Latina princess?

Princess Elena of Avalor, a "confident and compassionate teenager," will be introduced next year as Disney's first Latina princess, Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Disney Junior Worldwide announced today.

What Disney movie is Hispanic?

Encanto. Encanto is a must-watch during Hispanic Heritage Month. Set in Colombia, the film follows the Madrigal family, who possess magical gifts. However, when the magic starts to fade, Mirabel, the youngest member of the family, must embark on a journey to save her family's legacy.

Is Moana Hispanic?

Although Moana is from the fictional island Motunui some 3,000 years ago, the story and culture of Moana is based on the very real heritage and history of Polynesian islands such as Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, and Tahiti. In fact, once you start looking for ties to Polynesian culture in Moana, it's hard to stop!

Who is the first Afro-Latina princess?

Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose will portray the first Afro-Latina princess.

Does Disney have a Mexican princess?

The princess first made her debut in “Elena and the Secret of Avalor” back in 2016. Since the premiere of Princess Elena, there have not been any other Latina Disney Princesses, nor has a Latina Disney Princess ever had her own stand-alone feature film to premiere in theaters.

Who is the newest Disney Princess?

Is there an African Disney Princess?

Tiana is notable for being Disney's first black princess. The studio's decision to create a black heroine was met with mixed reception.

Is there a Disney Princess of every race?

There are currently only five non-Caucasian Disney Princesses: Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana and Moana. Jasmine is Arabian. Pocahontas is Native American. Mulan is Chinese.

Is Raya Chinese or Japanese?

As Raya is from a fictional land, the concept of race and ethnicity doesn't totally translate one-for-one, but, generally, she is Southeast Asian.

Are Raya and Namaari dating?

Although Raya and Namaari are first pinned as enemies, there's a hint of romantic flirtation between the two figures in Raya and the Last Dragon.

What race is Mulan?

About this DVD: Mulan is a young Chinese woman who breaks tradition and joins the Imperial army, accompanied by her guardian dragon, Mushu, to battle an invading army. In Mulan 2, Mulan and Shang are engaged to be married and must journey to a distant city in a valiant quest to save their beloved empire.