As a Disney fan, the news of the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid has been a source of excitement. The classic tale of a mermaid princess who longs to be a human has been a beloved story for generations, and the new movie promises to bring it to life in a whole new way. Recently, it was announced that Danielle, a member of the Korean Australian girl group New Jeans, has been tapped to provide the voice of Halle Bailey’s Ariel for the Korean dubbing of the film. This news has generated a lot of buzz among fans, and we’ll take a closer look at what it means for the movie and for fans of Disney.
First, let’s take a closer look at who Danielle is. Danielle, whose full name is Danielle Marsh, is a member of the girl group New Jeans. The group is known for its upbeat pop music and catchy dance routines, and has gained a following both in Korea and internationally. Danielle is originally from Australia, but has been living and working in Korea for several years. She is known for her powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence, and has been praised for her ability to connect with audiences.
Which makes her the perfect choice to provide Ariel with Korean vocals for The Little Mermaid. The movie, which is set to be released this May 2023, has been highly anticipated by fans of Disney. The original animated movie, which was released in 1989, is considered a classic of the Disney canon, and has inspired countless adaptations and spinoffs over the years from sequels, to live stage presentations on Broadway and TV. The new movie promises to bring the story to life in a whole new way, with a talented cast and cutting-edge technology.
One of the most exciting aspects of the new movie is the casting of Halle Bailey as Ariel. Bailey is a talented singer and actress who has been making waves in Hollywood in recent years. She is known for her work on the TV series Grown-ish, as well as her music career as one half of the duo Chloe x Halle. Her casting as Ariel has been praised by fans, who see her as the perfect choice to bring the mermaid princess to life despite a vocal on-line racist trolls railing against her casting.
Now, with the announcement of Danielle’s casting as Ariel’s voice in the Korean dub, fans have even more to be excited about. The Korean dub of The Little Mermaid is sure to be a hit among fans in Korea, and Danielle’s powerful vocals are sure to bring the character to life in a whole new way. For fans of New Jeans, this news is particularly exciting, as it means that one of their own will be a part of the Disney magic. Of course, nothing good comes without bad and Korean haters on-line have criticized using a foreign born half Korean singer whose native language isn’t Korean. Haters gonna hate.
Overall, the news of Danielle’s casting alongside Halle bailey in The Little Mermaid is a testament to the power of Disney to bring people together and create something truly magical. The movie promises to be a hit among fans of all ages, and with the talented cast and crew behind it, it’s sure to be a movie that fans will be talking about for years to come. Whether you’re a fan of the original animated movie or are excited to see what the live-action adaptation will bring, there’s no denying that The Little Mermaid is a movie that is sure to capture the hearts and imaginations of fans around the world.
They both sound so good so the singing should be amazing but for the acting parts I wish they’d just use subtitles like you said dubbing always feels off
I’m looking forward to it opening here in the states.