Fans were sent into a frenzy recently when a live-action Princess Mononoke trailer featuring Zendaya as the iconic titular character surfaced online. The trailer, showcasing Zendaya in a hooded outfit with red markings on her face, quickly went viral, sparking heated debates and excitement. But is this trailer real or just an elaborate fan creation?
The trailer, while impressive, is entirely fan-made. Created by the YouTube channel KH Studio, it imagines Zendaya in the role of Princess Mononoke, a fierce and independent character from the beloved 1997 Studio Ghibli film. The trailer also features stunning visuals of the forest, the wolf spirit Moro, and the Night Walker, evoking the magical essence of the original. However, despite the high quality of the fan-made creation, there is no official confirmation from Studio Ghibli or Zendaya herself about a live-action Princess Mononoke project.
While the trailer has garnered thousands of views, it’s important to remember that KH Studio has previously created similar fan-made trailers for other films, including Moana’s live-action remake and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. So, for now, fans will have to wait for official announcements before getting too excited about Zendaya stepping into the role of Princess Mononoke.
As it stands, Zendaya’s next big project is reportedly with Christopher Nolan in his upcoming film, and Studio Ghibli’s latest release was The Boy and the Heron in 2023. Until then, it seems the live-action Princess Mononoke is still a dream rather than a reality.
