You thought Disney remakes were getting predictable? Think again. The wildest, weirdest, and cutest alien in cinematic history is back – and this time, he’s fluffier, louder, and ready to tug at the heartstrings of an entirely new generation!
Lilo & Stitch (2025) is spiralling into cinemas this May, armed with childhood nostalgia, internet debates, and a CGI furball that looks like he bites. Is it going to be a heartwarming mess or an intergalactic disaster? We’re watching (and crying) either way.
Remember 2002? Stitch Certainly Does
The original Lilo & Stitch was a beautiful mess. A six-year-old Hawaiian girl grieving her parents adopts an alien fugitive, her sister tries not to lose custody (or her mind), and the government sends a bald man in sunglasses to investigate. It had grief, lasers, Elvis, and emotional therapy disguised as comedy.
It made us laugh, cry, and scream “ohana means family” at our siblings mid-argument. Iconic.
The 2025 Live-Action: Same Ohana, Bigger Drama
Now the mayhem’s back – this time in glorious ultra-HD. The 2025 remake throws in real actors, actual beach waves, and a CGI Stitch so hyper, he looks one glitch away from launching himself through the screen (consider the furniture officially unsafe).
The energy’s bigger, the feelings are louder, and the visuals? Slicker than ever. Oh, and naturally, there’s a sprinkle of internet drama to season the whole thing – because what’s a Disney reboot without a little spicy online gossip?
Stitch 2.0: Cute or Creepy?
Let’s talk about the obvious: Stitch. The original animated guy was part gremlin, part toddler, part emotional support criminal. This new CGI version? Think “adorable chaos” meets “alien who may or may not be plotting to destroy your blender.”
He’s fuzzy, frantic, and fully rendered in terrifying high definition. Some fans say he’s cute. Others say he looks like he escaped a horror game. We say: he’s definitely not house-trained, but we’d still adopt him.
Also, yes – he’s still voiced by Chris Sanders. Which means he’s legally allowed to break our hearts all over again.
Casting Controversy: Who Let This Nani Happen?
Let’s keep it real, casting in this film hasn’t been all rainbows and lei flowers.
Maia Kealoha as Lilo? Total win. She’s young, Hawaiian, and already radiates main-character energy. But then came Sydney Agudong as Nani, and the internet said: hold up!
The backlash was swift. Fans questioned the casting of a lighter-skinned actress for a character originally depicted with strong Polynesian features, and suddenly, Disney found itself in yet another representation storm. Whether you’re team “she’s Hawaiian, let her act” or team “Nani deserves visual authenticity,” the debate is loud, ongoing, and definitely following this movie to premiere night.
The Soundtrack: Elvis. Bruno. A Tsunami of Feels.
The Lilo & Stitch soundtrack isn’t just coming back – it’s coming back with backup.
Elvis classics are still front and centre, but now Bruno Mars has jumped in to turn the sentimental volume all the way up. He’s reportedly reworking “Burning Love,” which will probably hit like a breakup anthem wrapped in a tropical storm.
And yes, “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” is also returning, but this time it’s supercharged with choir harmonies strong enough to make you cry in a movie theatre with no shame.
Bottom line? Your ears will be vibing. Your heart? Not so much.
Should You Watch It? Or Just Stitch It Off?
Here’s the tea: if you’re craving a hit of childhood nostalgia with a modern glow-up, Lilo & Stitch (2025) is probably already calling your name. Between the tear-jerking moments, the unfiltered madness, and a CGI Stitch that looks like he escaped a graphics lab experiment gone rogue, there’s a lot to look forward to. If you’re a purist, you might flinch at a few changes, but let’s be honest, curiosity will win.
Just don’t be surprised if you leave the cinema laughing, crying, and rethinking your definition of “family.”
Ready to feel all the feels? Catch Lilo & Stitch (2025) in cinemas now across Mauritius!
