Gilli Jones Indonesian Descent Actor Caught Disney Audition Radar for TANGLED Live Action

Kapanlagi.com - Disney is reportedly starting to seriously work on the live-action film TANGLED project. According to the latest reports from The Hollywood Reporter, the search for the lead actor is already in the final stages.

Several names have reportedly entered the radar of this global talent search. One of the most interesting is the emergence of a new actor of Indonesian descent. Let's take a look at the complete facts regarding this major Disney audition below.

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1. Getting to Know Gilli Jones

Gilli Jones (credit: instagram/gilli.jones_)

The actor of Indonesian descent rumored to have auditioned for the role of Flynn Rider in the film TANGLED is Gilli Jones. This young actor of Scottish-Indonesian blood is said to have undergone a screen test and chemistry reading in London. He is competing with several other big names already known to the public.

2. Talented Musical Theatre Student

Gilli Jones (credit: instagram/gilli.jones_)

Currently, Gilli Jones is recorded as a final year student in the BA Musical Theatre program at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He has made his professional stage debut in the production of BRIGADOON at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. His experience includes various major performances such as LES MISERABLES, CLUB LIFE, SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, and AMELIE.

3. Musical Ability as Added Value

Gilli Jones (credit: instagram/gilli.jones_)

Gilli's background as a musical theater actor is considered in line with the vision of the film TANGLED. She has the ability to sing, dance, and play various musical instruments very proficiently. This factor is very important because the live-action version still carries musical elements like its animated film.

4. Big Names Competing with Gilli Jones

Disney also tested other actors for the role of Flynn Rider, such as Milo Manheim, who is popular from the film ZOMBIES. Another strong competitor is Charlie Gillespie, the main star of the series JULIE AND THE PHANTOMS. Both also have very strong musical experience to bring the character of the handsome thief to life.

5. Candidates for the Lead Role of Rapunzel

Gilli Jones (credit: Walt Disney Animation Studios)

Meanwhile, for the character of Rapunzel, Disney is also reported to have narrowed down several names of talented young actresses such as Freya Skye from the movie ZOMBIES 4: DAWN OF THE VAMPIRES. There is also the name Sarah Catherine Hook from THE WHITE LOTUS, Teagan Croft from TITANS, and Olivia-Mai Barrett from INVASION. The star of THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY, Lola Tung, was also briefly mentioned in the audition discussions.

6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is the Indonesian descent actor candidate auditioning for TANGLED?
Gilli Jones, a young actor of Scottish-Indonesian descent.

Who are the competitors for the role of Flynn Rider?
The main competitors are Milo Manheim and Charlie Gillespie.

Who are the actresses on the radar for the role of Rapunzel?
Some of them include Freya Skye, Sarah Catherine Hook, Teagan Croft, and Olivia-Mai Barrett.

Will the live-action TANGLED film still be a musical?
Yes, the film will retain musical elements in line with its animated version.

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