‘Aladdin’ Star Mena Massoud Dreams Of Becoming A Jedi

is a 30-year-old Canadian-Egyptian actor who was born in Cairo

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Massoud became a breakout star appearing in the live-adaption of Disney’s “Aladdin” as the title character.

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He is set to reprise his role as Prince Ali in “Aladdin 2: The Rise of Jafar.” The tentative release date is set for 2022.

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Many fans think that Mena Massoud looks like the Jedi Ezra Bridger from the cartoon “Star Wars: Rebels.”

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Massoud posted a photo on Instagram saying that he was “manifesting” and trying to put his name out there for the role.

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He said that nothing is confirmed but potential future co-star Rosario Dawson may have already leaked his casting.

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In an Instagram post, Rosario posted a photo of Massoud alongside Ezra and Lars Mikkelsen alongside Grand Admiral Thrawn, calling it “the best news ever.”

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Rosario Dawson first appeared as Ahsoka Tano in “The Mandalorian,” making the animated character’s first appearance in live-action.

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She is set to reprise her role in a new live-action show starring the character. “Ahsoka” has an expected release date of 2023.

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