Zootopia 2, the highly awaited sequel to Disney’s 2016 box office hit, will hit Indian cinemas on November 28—two days following its U.S. release. The animated comedy, which is directed by Jared Bush and Bryan Howard, features the popular characters from the first film, with Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba, and Shakira reprising their roles as Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, Chief Bogo, and Gazelle, respectively.
Fan excitement, particularly children, is growing with Disney releasing the final trailer and poster of the movie. Posted on Instagram with the caption, “Zootopia will be changed furrrever… Get ready for #Zootopia2,” the trailer gives us a glimpse into Judy and Nick’s next adventure. One of the biggest highlights is the release of “Zoo”, an original song sung by Shakira and Ed Sheeran. The song is already being touted as an explosive musical moment, hoping to replicate the success of “Try Everything,” Shakira’s chart-topping hit from the previous film, which has been streamed more than 2.7 billion times worldwide.
The sequel adds to the Zootopia world with some fresh characters played by Ke Huy Quan (Gary De’Snake), Fortune Feimster (Nibbles), and Quinta Brunson (Dr. Fuzzby). In an official press announcement, as per which the plot revolves around Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, who are enrolled in a ‘Partners in Crisis’ counselling course by Chief Bogo. But their relationship is put to the test like never before when a mysterious deadly snake attacks the city.
Zootopia (2016) was universally praised and became part of the American Film Institute’s top ten films of the year, winning the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The emotional storytelling, powerful characters, and fresh musical magic that Zootopia 2 has to offer will take fans on another journey they won’t forget.