JEDDAH: Disney’s much-loved animated movie “Aladdin” was released 25 years ago in theaters, and Egyptian-Canadian newcomer Mena Massoud, one of the stars of the live-action remake of “Aladdin,” paid tribute to the film’s 25th anniversary on Instagram and Twitter on Saturday.
“Happy 25th Anniversary boo!” Massoud, 26, wrote an Instagram alongside a photo of himself holding a copy of “Aladdin” on Blu Ray. “Crazy to think that when I was a one-year-old this story of Aladdin came to life.”
Massoud himself acknowledged how “crazy” it is that the popular film was first released two-and-a-half decades ago.
He added: “And now, 25 years later, I have the honor & privilege to help re-tell this magical Disney story once again. Get cozy & give it a watch tonight peeps!”
He wrote on Twitter: “Time for some popcorn & a celebratory viewing of an all-time classic. Who’s with me peeps!?”
The upcoming film will be directed by Guy Ritchie, and will star Massoud as Aladdin opposite Naomi Scott as Princess Jasmine, with Will Smith providing the voice of the genie. Production on the movie began in London in September.
Debuting in theaters on Nov. 25, 1992, the animated version of “Aladdin” was the highest grossing film at the box office of the year, earning $217 million in the US, and over $500 million worldwide.
Egypt’s Mena Massoud celebrates 25 years of ‘Aladdin’
Egypt’s Mena Massoud celebrates 25 years of ‘Aladdin’
