Lupita nyongo is raksha disneys the jungle book youtube. Lupita nyongo joins iron man duo for jungle book mtv. She is the protector, the eternal mother, nyongo says of the mother wolf. She donned a plunging frock with a green cotton bodice and a dazzling sequin skirt with. Based on rudyard kiplings eponymous collective works and inspired by walt disneys 1967 animated film of the same name, the jungle book is a liveactioncgi film that tells the story of mowgli.
Lupita amondi nyongo was born march 1, 1983 in mexico city, mexico, to kenyan parents, dorothy ogada buyu and. See a new the jungle book image, featuring mowgli with mother wolf raksha voiced by lupita nyongo. The word raksha actually means protection in hindi. Idris elba is getting some talented company in disneys the jungle book. The jungle book makers hared a special photoshoot of the voice cast with the animals they play on the films official facebook page. Next, she takes on a much different, yet equally nurturing role in disneys the jungle book. The force awakens and providing voice for an animated character in jungle book. Lupita nyongo and scarlett johansson stun in new shoot for the jungle book as they pose alongside their largerthanlife cgi characters.
From phil harris the jungle book s baloo to john ratzenberger, here are some actors who voiced more than one beloved disney character. If casual red carpet dressing is a thing, then instyle april cover beauty lupita nyongo slayed the game monday evening at the l. After a threat from the tiger shere khan forces him to flee the jungle, a mancub named mowgli embarks on a. Lupita nyongo was casting her magic over the red carpet at the starstudded world premiere of disneys much anticipated liveaction the jungle book reboot. Nyongo, who won best supporting actress in 2014 for 12 years a slave, currently stars in broadways. Lupita nyongo raksha behind the scenes movie interview. Movies lupita nyongo joins iron man duo for jungle book the oscar winner and most beautiful person of the year opens up jon favreaus jungle book. The jungle book is a 2016 american fantasy adventure film directed and produced by jon favreau, from a screenplay written by justin marks and produced by walt disney pictures. Subscribe today to read more from the current issue featuring cover woman lupita nyongo.
With the aid of stylist micaela erlanger, nyongo has so far chosen a parade of colorful, sophisticated dresses from designers. Nyongo, should she sign on, will provide the voice for the cgi raksha, the mother wolf who finds the infant mowgli in the jungle and decides to adopt him as her own child. She is best known for her performance as patsey in steve mcqueens critically acclaimed historical drama 12 years a slave 20 for which she earned. The jungle book 2016pg jon favreau, bill murray, ben kingsley, idris elba, lupita nyongo, scarlett johansson, giancarlo esposito, christopher walken walt disney productions blu rays are in normal working order. She is starring in the jungle book as a wolf who adopts a human child raising. Lupita nyongo is an incredibly talented oscarwinning actress, and her films cover a wide range of genres. New jungle book image highlights lupita nyongos raksha. Lupita nyongo talks the jungle book on gma youtube. Lupita nyongo talks the jungle book on gma more the oscarwinning actress is live in times square to discuss her role as mowglis mother in the liveaction movie. Transcript for lupita nyongo talks the jungle book on gma here now with oscar winning actress lupita nyongo. Although i had interviewed lupita nyongo for her role as maz kanata in star wars, i was excited to.
The jungle book adds scarlett johansson and lupita nyong. Lupita nyongo voices raksha, a mother wolf who keeps a close eye on all of her cubs, including mowgli. She went on to perform a motion capture role as maz kanata in the star wars sequel trilogy 20152019 and a voice role as raksha in the jungle book 2016. First look at lupita nyongos raksha in disneys jungle book. The jungle book tv spot lupita nyongo is raksha 2016 ben. The 12 years a slave stars bold style and veritable acting chops guarantee her a place in the spotlight come awards season. Valerie maconafpgetty high fashion from a massmarket brand. Lupita nyongo and her the jungle book costars reveal their bare necessities for life in the jungle. Nyongo costarred in jon favreaus the jungle book 2016, a liveactioncgi adaptation of its 1967 animated original, voicing raksha, a mother wolf who adopts mowgli played by neel sethi. Tell me about casting lupita nyongo as the mother wolf, raksha. Lupita nyongo talks the jungle book on gma the oscarwinning actress is live in times square to discuss her role as mowglis mother in. Lupita nyongos next film will likely be the jungle book.
Lupita nyongo and idris elba jungle book portraits. She is later killed by shere khan when she goes to help rescue mowgli from the bandarlog. The force awakens and the forthcoming disney remake of the jungle book. See lupita nyongo and idris elba in stunning portraits from disneys the jungle book. According to thr, scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo are in talks to join disneys upcoming jungle book movie, directed by king of the swingerssoontobe jungle. Lupita nyongo s new do has us geekin out the 12 years a slave actress debuted a new hairstyle in her latest instagram post, taken at disneys d23 expo on saturday. Her father, a senator, was then a visiting lecturer in political science.
Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo in talks for the. The jungle book tv spot lupita nyongo is raksha 2016 ben kingsley, idris elba movie hd the mancub mowgli flees the jungle after a. If she signs on, shell play rakcha, a mother wolf who adopts mowgli, according to the hollywood reporter. Raksha appears in disneys 2016 liveaction adaption where she is voiced by oscar winner lupita nyongo. Wolves law of the jungle the jungle book closes from the jungle book, 2016 walt disney records d002386002 the jungle book. The story, told simply and directly involves a little boy, raised by succored by wolves, in combination with a bear, baloo and a wonderful panther. Disneys the jungle book is now playing in theatres in 3d. Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo are in talks to voice main characters in director jon favreaus liveactioncg disney adaptation of the jungle book. Lupita nyongo s fans were thrilled when the actress finally returned to the world of live action, playing the scenestealing nakia in marvels black panther. Jon favreau on the subtle sfx beauty of the jungle book. Meanwhile, johansson is reportedly up to provide the vocals for the digitallyanimated python kaa, who most people know as a villainoustype from disneys famous 1967 animated film adaptation of the jungle book. Scarlett johansson, christopher walken, lupita nyongo, idris elba, jon favreau.
Lupita nyongo and scarlett johansson stun in jungle book. Lupita nyongo debuts new hairdo at disneys d23 expo. Using remarkably photorealistic animation, this remake of the 1967 disney classic is warm and enjoyable, with a. The force awakens star is currently in talks to star opposite chadwick boseman as tchallas love interest in black panther. The jungle book would mark nyongos third feature film. Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo join disneys the. Black panther adds the jungle book s lupita nyongo.
We may finally have an answer, as reports indicate nyongo is in final negotiations to join the cast of jon favreaus jungle book update. Lupita nyongo is one of the 10 best actors of the year. Jawdropping cast photos from the jungle book cbs news. Lupita nyongo raksha jawdropping cast photos from the. After a threat from the tiger shere khan forces him to flee the jungle, a mancub named mowgli embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of panther, bagheera, and free spirited bear, baloo. Lupita nyongo raksha lupita nyongo voices raksha, a mother wolf who keeps a close eye on all of her cubs, including mowgli. But i wouldnt blame anyone who opted to stay home and. Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo in talks for disneys live adaptation of the. This article appears in the spring 2016 issue of ms. Jon favreau on the subtle sfx beauty of the jungle book and casting lupita nyongo. At age 16, her parents sent her back to mexico for seven months to learn spanish.
The jungle book stars reveal their bare jungle necessities e. Lupita amondi nyongo was born march 1, 1983 in mexico city, mexico, to kenyan parents, dorothy ogada buyu and peter anyang nyongo. Read below to find out what lupita nyongo told him about wolves and what. Show 616 lupita nyongo the score with edmund stone. Lupita nyongo dazzles at the jungle book world premiere. If he was stuck in the jungle, kingsley would want his. Original music composed by john debney john debney original soundtrack recording. Lupita nyongo and her the jungle book costars reveal. Lupita nyongo and idris elba jungle book portraits essence. Lupita nyongo on black panther and john woos remake of. Lupita amondi nyongo is an actress and filmmaker of dual kenyan and mexican citizenship. Crew ensemble at the world premiere of the jungle book in l. In us, she plays two roles so well, you have to watch twice. Nyongo made her broadway debut as a teenage orphan in the play eclipsed 2015, for which she was nominated for a tony award for best actress in a play.
Actress lupita nyongo exposed insiders say shes rude. Yes, after signing up with the creative artists agency this year, the criticwowing actress has. Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo in talks for disney. Lupita nyongo as raksha from the jungle book cast portraits e. Scarlett johansson and lupita nyongo are reportedly in talks for the jon favreaudirected feature, a liveactioncg.
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