Disney has revealed that Chinese actress Liu Yifei will be playing Mulan in the live-action film. Fans were able to see Yifei in full costume after Disney tweeted a quick snap of the actress.
According to Disney production has officially begun, and will also star other international stars, including “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” star Donnie Yen as Commander Tung, a mentor to the warrior. Chinese actors Gong Li and Jet Li are playing a witch and the Chinese emperor, and actor Yoson An is taking on the role of Mulan’s love interest Chen Honghui.
The live-action film hits theaters March 27, 2020.
Production has begun on Disney’s live-action #Mulan!
The film will open in U.S. theaters on March 27, 2020. pic.twitter.com/g8CiYoLHjZ
— Walt Disney Studios (@DisneyStudios) August 13, 2018