Disney is all set to bring the magic of Moana back to the big screen. After winning over the audience with the animated hit in 2016, the film is now all set to return with a live-action version after a decade. The film will hit the silver screens worldwide on July 10, 2026. So, as fans wait to see what the film has in store, let’s take a look at the cast fees and the film’s total budget.
Dwayne Johnson tops the Moana cast fee list with a massive paycheck
Catherine Laga’aia will be seen in the lead role of ‘Moana’ in the upcoming film, Moana. The film will mark the debut of the young New Zealand actress who was chosen through an extensive casting process. While her salary has not been disclosed, given that it is her first film, it is believed it won’t be the same as her co-stars’. According to reports, the debutante is likely to have landed in a lower financial bracket compared to established co-stars like Dwayne Johnson.
Considering the typical paychecks of newcomers with Disney, Catherine Laga’aia’s salary might not match The Rock’s. However, it will allegedly be significant. Reports suggest that Disney typically pays young actors in similar roles around USD 100,000 to USD 500,000 for lead roles in major productions, though this is speculative for ‘Moana’. On the other hand, Dwayne Johnson will be charging a significant amount for his role as ‘Maui’.
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