The enchanting world of Moana continues to captivate audiences with the release of Moana 2, prompting fans to wonder about the ages of their beloved characters in this new adventure. Coming more than eight years after the original Moana movie which premiered in 2016 and became a global phenomenon, Moana 2 has arrived, inviting viewers to rejoin Moana and her friends on another exciting journey. While the real-world gap between films is significant, the timeline within the story itself reflects a shorter passage of time.
Character Ages in Moana 2
Let’s delve into the ages of the key characters in Moana 2:
Moana
In Moana 2, we once again follow the courageous Moana, voiced by Auli’i Cravalho, as she embraces her destiny as the leader of Motonui. Having bravely saved her island and its people in the first movie from the darkness of Te Ka, Moana now faces a new, formidable adversary named Malo, who threatens her island and family.
In the original Moana film, she was a spirited 16-year-old. Moana 2 is set approximately three years after the events of the first movie. This makes Moana around 19 years old in Moana 2. Interestingly, Auli’i Cravalho, the voice actress, was close to Moana’s age when she first voiced the character, and now portrays a slightly older Moana at 24 years old.
Maui
The charismatic demigod Maui, voiced by Dwayne Johnson, makes a triumphant return in Moana 2. Maui, the shapeshifting demigod of the wind and sea, is known for his immense power and his magical fishhook, which grants him the ability to transform into various animals. His presence is a major highlight for fans eager to see the dynamic between him and Moana once again.
In the first Moana movie, Maui humorously mentioned being stranded on a small island “for a thousand years” after his legendary theft of the heart of Te Fiti. This line places Maui’s age at approximately 1000 years old in both the original and sequel films. His demigod nature explains his youthful appearance despite his immense age.
Simea
Moana 2 introduces a new character to the Moana family – Simea, Moana’s younger sister, voiced by Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda. Simea plays a smaller, but significant role in the sequel, representing the next generation as Moana embarks on her wayfinding journey.
Simea appears to be a recent addition to Moana’s family, likely born shortly after the events of the first Moana film. This estimation places Simea at around 3 years old in Moana 2, a toddler who looks up to her older sister, Moana.
Tui
Chief Tui, Moana’s father and the leader of Motonui, returns in Moana 2, voiced again by Temuera Morrison. Tui continues to guide his people and support Moana as she embraces her leadership role. He is instrumental in shaping Moana into the leader she is destined to become.
While Chief Tui’s exact age is not explicitly stated in either Moana film, it can be reasonably estimated. Considering he has a 19-year-old daughter (Moana) and a 3-year-old daughter (Simea), it’s likely that Tui is somewhere in his 40s in Moana 2.
Sina
Moana’s mother, Sina, voiced by Nicole Scherzinger, also returns for Moana 2. Sina, the Chieftess of Motonui, is known for her supportive and encouraging nature, often pushing Moana to explore beyond her comfort zone, sometimes even more so than her husband, Tui.
Similar to Tui, Sina’s specific age is not mentioned in the movies. However, given her role as a mother to both a teenage and a young child, and her position as Chieftess alongside Tui, it is reasonable to estimate Sina to also be in her 40s in Moana 2.
Other Characters
Moana’s journey in Moana 2 is also supported by a crew of islanders, although their exact ages are not confirmed. Loto, the engineer, appears to be in her mid-teens, possibly around 14-16 years old. Kele, focused on food provisions, is depicted as an elder, likely between 60 and 80 years old. Moni, the legends and lore expert and Maui fan, seems to be in the age range of Moana’s parents, placing him in his late 30s to early 40s.
Moana 2 offers a deeper dive into the lives of these characters, showcasing their growth and the passage of time since the original movie. Understanding their ages provides context to their roles and relationships within this exciting new chapter of Moana’s story.
