The creator of the beloved Zelda character, Tingle, has revealed his top choice to portray the eccentric balloon salesman in the upcoming live-action film! Find out who he wants to see in the green tights.
Takaya Imamura's Ideal Tingle Casting Choice for Zelda Movie
Forget Jason Momoa and Jack Black – Tingle's creator has a different actor in mind.
The highly anticipated Legend of Zelda movie has sparked countless questions. Who will wield the Master Sword? What will Zelda's attire be? But one question stands out: will Tingle appear, and if so, who should play him? Takaya Imamura, the character's creator, has a clear answer.
In a recent interview with VGC, Imamura stated his ideal choice is Masi Oka, best known for his role as Hiro Nakamura in the TV series Heroes. Imamura noted Oka's signature "yatta!" exclamation and poses, which bear a striking resemblance to Tingle's own enthusiastic mannerisms.
Oka's diverse acting career, spanning from action films like Bullet Train and The Meg to the critically acclaimed Hawaii Five-O, showcases his comedic timing and energetic personality – perfectly suited for Tingle's unique character.
Whether director Wes Ball will heed Imamura's suggestion remains uncertain. However, Ball's description of the film as a "live-action Miyazaki" film suggests a whimsical tone that could potentially accommodate Tingle's eccentric nature.
Announced in November 2023, the Legend of Zelda live-action movie is directed by Wes Ball and produced by Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad. Ball's commitment to delivering a "serious" yet fulfilling adaptation of the beloved franchise keeps hopes alive for a possible Tingle cameo.
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