In this interview with Entertainment Tonight, Descendants stars Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker discuss the behind-the-scenes details of making the film, their experiences working with iconic co-stars, and how they navigate fame.
Transformations and Wardrobe:
Both actors spent between two and a half to three hours in the makeup tr
ailer every morning [01:14].
Kylie Cantrall highlights her "Midnight Chloe" look featuring tinsel hair details [00:43].
Malia Baker talks about evolving Red's style from a classic villain kid look to a heroic style incorporating a regal braid crown [01:27], drawing inspiration from fashion silhouettes and Pinterest boards [02:06]
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Working with Co-Stars Brandy and Rita Ora:
The cast expresses immense admiration for returning legacy stars Brandy and Rita Ora, ranking their fandom level at a twelve out of ten [02:52].
They praise both veteran stars for their graciousness, kindness, and silent confidence on set [03:44].
Rita Ora is described as being very sw
eet, genuine, and acting like a cool big sister [04:28], while Brandy is noted for her nurturing, maternal presence and keeping in touch outside of filming [04:39].
Navigating Fame and Sisterhood:
The actors discuss the theme of complex female relationships in the franchise [05:52] and touch upon what it is like to grow up and ma
nage their personal lives under a public microscope [06:59].
They emphasize the importance of staying true to themselves, relying on trusted support systems, and not letting external social media opinions dictate their self-worth [08:23].
Future Projects and Possibilities:
Addressing the ballroom and partner dancing featured in t
he film [08:57], they touch upon whether they would ever appear on Dancing with the Stars [09:04]. Kylie Cantrall mentions she is currently focusing on her upcoming music EP [09:45], while Malia Baker says she would happily cheer from the audience [10:10].
Looking toward potential future installments, they express excitement abou
t exploring new universes within the Disney franchise [10:42], suggesting settings like Neverland or seeing characters take on different athletic roles [10:59].
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Descendants: Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker on Navigating 'Microscope' of Fame and MORE Movies!
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