As many of you Disney fans may know, Christina Aguilera recorded a single version of Reflection, from Disney’s animated movie, Mulan. Aguilera was 17 at the time and this single was actually the singer’s first single ever released. The success of Reflection then led to Aguilera recording and releasing her very first album with RCA.
The single went on to become one of the most popular versions of the song, and now it looks as though Aguilera will be making a return with the Disney film thanks to its live-action version, which will be released next month.
According to EW, the American singer will not only be re-recording a new version of the hit song but she will also be coming up with new material for the upcoming Disney live-action, Mulan.
During a Wednesday night performance of her Las Vegas residency Xperience, Aguilera made a special announcement to the fans. “The live-action Mulan is coming out by the way,” Aguilera announced to the crowd. “You have to go see it. I recorded a new “Reflection” and new material for the movie. I’ve been working on that, but this is the original.”
Representatives for both Disney nor Aguilera have not yet responded to EW’s request for comment.
Aguilera was also given the honor of becoming a Disney Legend at last year’s D23. Ever since 1987, Disney has been honoring select people who have ties to The Walt Disney Company with the title of “Disney Legend”. These Disney Legends are chosen based on qualities and values they have with The Walt Disney Company.
The official description for the upcoming live-action film reads:
“Acclaimed filmmaker Niki Caro brings the epic tale of China’s legendary warrior to life in Disney’s Mulan, in which a fearless young woman risks everything out of love for her family and her country to become one of the greatest warriors China has ever known. When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner-strength and embrace her true potential. It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honored warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation…and a proud father.”
We already know that the upcoming Mulan live-action film won’t be a remake of the animated film like those live-action films in the past, such as Jon Favreau’s The Lion King. This new film will be more realistic and will not include the comedy aspect (including no Mushu) or the beloved songs that we know and love (Besides the highly popular song, Reflection). In fact, director Nikki Caro said it would focus more on the Chinese culture and stated in an interview:
“We don’t tend to break into song when we go to war. Not saying anything against the animation because the songs are brilliant and if I could squeeze them in there, I would have. But we do honor the music from the animation in a very significant way, that’s all I’ll say.”
The upcoming Disney live-action film, Mulan, hits theaters on March 27, 2020.
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