A famous musician and singer Rihanna, has accepted the voice role of Smurfette in an upcoming hybrid film named “The Smurfs Movie” by Paramount Animation. The announcement was revealed by the superstar herself, who unexpectedly appeared in person at CinemaCon, the yearly meeting of cinema administrators in Las Vegas, on Thursday.
Fans of the Smurfs franchise are reeling from the news of Rihanna’s casting as Smurfette. Her impressive vocal range and acting skills make her the ideal choice for the role of the brave and resourceful female Smurf, expected to infuse the beloved blue characters with fresh and exciting energy.
This new version of “The Smurfs” will merge real-life action footage and computer-generated graphics (CGI), ensuring a captivating and engaging visual encounter for viewers of any generation. Director Chris Miller is in charge of the movie.
Ramsey Naito, head of Paramount Animation, announced at an event held at Caesar’s Palace Hotel and Casino. He revealed that Grammy Award-winning singer Rihanna will be joining the Smurfs team as a leading cast member in an upcoming live-action hybrid movie.
Rihanna will be the Next Smurfette in “The Smurfs Movie”
Rihanna has been selected to portray Smurfette, an iconic character in the Smurfs franchise. Katy Perry had previously played the role. Apart from voice acting, the multi-talented artist will write and record original songs and also work as a producer for the film.
At the event, Rihanna appeared on stage, put on a fashionable stonewash denim cape, and announced that she is currently in her third trimester of pregnancy with her second child. Additionally, she recounted a funny story about her unsuccessful endeavour to land the role of Papa Smurf in the upcoming movie.
The project with the title, produced by Paramount Pictures Animation, will explore themes of identity and raise the question, “What is a Smurf?” This interpretation of the beloved characters that have been popular for decades is expected to be typical and new. Earlier this year, Rihanna appeared at the Super Bowl. The multi-talented artist surprised fans by announcing her pregnancy, yet she continues to work on exciting new projects.
One of her new projects is being the voice of Smurfette, like pop star Katy Perry before her. However, Rihanna’s contribution to the upcoming Smurfs movie extends beyond that. Fans and industry insiders alike believe that her abilities are most appropriate for playing Smurfette and working on the production and soundtrack of the film.
The singer’s team made a statement to the media, declaring her involvement in the project and expressing confidence in Rihanna’s contributions to the film’s success. Our studio and creative partners at LAFIG are pleased to announce that we have found our Smurfette, and we are extremely enthusiastic.
We secured Rihanna, one of the world’s most beloved stars, who brings her unique creative flair and musical talents to the table. This offers us an opportunity to enhance the cultural significance of The Smurfs universe in an unprecedented manner.
The upcoming Smurfs movie, which is based on the popular Belgian comic book series Peyo, is scheduled to release in theatres on February 14, 2025. The franchise has had a successful run at Sony Pictures, with two live-action hybrid films featuring Neil Patrick Harris and directed by Raja Gosnell, along with a voice cast that includes Hank Azaria, Joe Manganiello, Katy Perry, and Julia Roberts.
The Smurfs movie will have a screenplay written by Pam Brady and directed by Chris Miller. Fans of the small blue creatures should anticipate another thrilling expedition as the moviemakers strive to seize the cherished essence of the primary comics.
Paramount Animation head Ramsey Naito also shared thrilling information about their upcoming Smurf project, which plans to explore the themes of identity. The upcoming film aims to refresh the famous franchise and contend with other major film adaptations, including The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Despite the previous successful Smurf movies, which consisted of two live-action hybrids and the CGI film The Lost Village, this new project has the objective of creating a new Smurf franchise for the long term.
The creators plan to approach the narrative distinctly, delving into more significant and meaningful topics. With a potential new franchise on the horizon, the latest adaptation is expected to elevate the Smurfs to new heights, bringing joy to both longtime and new fans.
