Kylie Cantrall, the lead in Disney’s Descendants: The Rise of Red, recently shared her excitement about working alongside her childhood hero, Brandy. Cantrall expressed her admiration for Brandy, referring to her as her 'vocal bible' and describing the experience of working with her as 'special' and 'personal.'
In Descendants: The Rise of Red, Cantrall stars as Red, the daughter of the Queen of Hearts, played by Rita Ora, while Brandy portrays Cinderella. The film follows Red and Cinderella's daughter, Chloe, as they travel back in time to undo a traumatic event that led the Queen of Hearts down a villainous path.
Cantrall also praised Rita Ora for her wonderful demeanor behind the scenes, describing her as a 'cool big sister' and highlighting their bonding moments on set. Ora, in addition to offering encouragement and uplifting advice, also shared her thoughts on boys with Cantrall.
Stepping into the lead role of the Descendants franchise was a surreal experience for Cantrall, who grew up watching the films and idolizing the series. She acknowledged the pressure of living up to the original films but emphasized her commitment to carrying on the legacy while telling a new story.
One of the unique aspects of Descendants: The Rise of Red is its focus on female friendship, choosing to forgo romantic love interests and highlighting the theme of girl power. Cantrall expressed her hope that the film would inspire girls to embrace their own strengths and be their own 'Prince charming.'
Descendants: The Rise of Red is now available on Disney+, offering a fresh take on the beloved franchise and introducing it to a new generation of fans.
