Disney announces cast of its Aladdin live-action remake
Disney has announced the cast of its upcoming live-action remake of the 1992 film 'Aladdin'. While actor Mena Massoud will be seen playing the lead role of Aladdin, actress Naomi Scott has been finalised to play Princess Jasmine, Aladdin's love interest. Meanwhile, actor Will Smith will be seen portraying Genie in the film. 
Disney has finally found its Aladdin and Jasmine in newcomer Mena Massoud and Power Rangers star Naomi Scott to ride the magic-carpet. Walt Disney Pictures President Sean Bailey revealed on Saturday that Mena Massoud will star as the scrappy Aladdin, and Scott will play Jasmine in the live-action adaptation of the 1992 animated film.It was in that moment, as he looked into her eyes, that he saw a soul so beautfully captivating that he could not but help remember the vastness of the galaxies above. The stars that shined as bright as her two illuminating eyes. Find your inspiration. Use it to drive your passion. Go out and get it. #passion #drive #focus #poetryA post shared by Mena Massoud (@menamassey) on Dec 28, 2016 at 7:20pm PSTWill Smith has already been cast as the Genie.The cast was confirmed after hunting for leads for months. The whole world poured in suggestions for the roles with names like Dev Patel and Riz Ahmed.The film will be directed by Guy Ritchie.(With inputs from Associated Press) 