Encanto 2 has the opportunity to follow up on one of the most glaring missed opportunities in Encanto, specifically regarding the character of Bruno Madrigal. Taking place in Colombia, the story of Encanto begins when Alma Madrigal flees with her husband and children from an armed conflict, which ultimately claims the life of her spouse. Thanks to a magic candle she carries, a miracle whisks Alma and her children away into a protected magical realm that betows fantastic gifts upon the Madrigal children in the form of various magical powers. 201h3y

The latest news on Encanto 2 inspires theories and speculation about the future of the beloved Madrigal family. Although the sequel's development has yet to be confirmed, recentEncanto 2 updates strongly suggest a sequel could happen. Considering the success of the first film, an Encanto sequel would make a lot of sense, and it would allow the franchise to confirm or debunk several popular theories about the story of Mirabel and her family.

Encanto was a huge success for Disney, but it didn’t necessarily light up the box office; when Encanto 2 finally arrives, it’ll surely top its predecessor’s commercial performance. Released in 2021, Encanto tells the delightfully relatable story of Mirabel, the only member of her family who doesn’t have a unique magical ability. The film was widely praised by critics as one of Disney’s greatest recent efforts, and it won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Encanto amassed such a massive fan following that it’s been described as a cultural phenomenon.

Encanto 2gets an update from producer Yvett Merino. Since its release in 2021, Encanto has becomea massive success for Disney. Although the movie collected a decent $257 million at the box office, its prominence ballooned after its streaming release, particularly for its music. Not only was the animated movie met with critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature, but songs from Encanto have been the basis of copious TikTok sounds, and its characters have already been represented in countless cosplays and Halloween costumes.

Encanto 2 gets an update from Maribel voice actor Stephanie Beatriz, who expresses her hopes for a sequel. The Disney animated movie, directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, is centered around the Madrigals, a multigenerational Colombian family with special abilities. Beatriz voiced the 15-year-old Mirabel, who decides to investigate what happened when her family suddenly lost their magic, despite not being gifted any powers of her own. In addition to Beatriz, the Encanto cast includes María Cecilia Botero, John Leguizamo, Jessica Darrow, Diane Guerrero, Rhenzy Feliz, and more.

The of the Family Madrigal will likely return in Encanto 2, but the magical characters could have to deal with a twist. Most of the of the Family Madrigal get powers in Encanto,except Mirabel, which strains her relationship with Abuela Alma. However, Mirabel's lack of gifts also drives her to determine why the family's magical house falls apart. Though Disney hasn't detailed official plans, Encanto 2 is likely on the way, especially as the original became the fastest movie to reach 200 million streaming hours on Disney+. The soundtrack has also achieved unprecedented success, spending several weeks at the top of Billboard's albums chart.

Lin-Manuel Miranda wants a Disney theme-park attraction before Encanto 2. The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright behind Hamilton wrote lyrics for a couple of recent animated Disney movies: 2016's Moana, and 2021's Encanto. Though the latter underperformed at the box office for Disney, it found new life on Disney+ and went on to become one of the studio's biggest hits in recent memory. Encanto was nominated for three Oscars at this past Academy Awards, taking home the award for Best Animated Feature Film.

Because Mirabel doesn't get a magical gift, she also doesn't get a special room in Encanto, but all signs point to the young Madrigal getting her own space in a potential Encanto 2. Mirabel Madrigal (Stephanie Beatriz) doesn't have a normal childhood in Encanto. After Abuela Alma (Maria Cecilia Botero and Olga Merediz) received a miracle, the family got special powers. For instance, Luisa (Jessica Darrow) has unparalleled strength, hoisting animals over her head and moving entire buildings with ease. But unfortunately, Mirabel didn't get a gift during her childhood ceremony.

Encanto director Jared Bush comments on the movie's potential to become a future Disney franchise. The animated movie went from underperforming in theaters to one of the studio's biggest modern hits after finding an audience on Disney+, with momentum that only continues to build. Encanto is in competition for three Oscars at this weekend's ceremony, including Best Animated Feature.

Lin-Manuel Miranda is confident that Encanto 2 will happen - even if not as a movie. The latest film from Disney Animation Studios, Encanto was well-reviewed ahead of its November release, but it wasn't until it hit the Disney+ streaming service in late-December that it found a real audience. Since then, it has grown in popularity to become the studio's biggest hit with viewers since Frozen.