AceShowbiz - During the D23 Brazil expo, Pixar made an exhilarating announcement that delighted fans of the animated hit "Zootopia." In a surprise video, Shakira herself unveiled that she will once again lend her voice to the beloved singing character Gazelle in the upcoming sequel.

The second movie is slated for release on November 26, 2025, promising to bring fresh excitement and adventure back to the whimsical animal metropolis.

"I'm here to announce some big news. Are you ready? Gazelle is returning to 'Zootopia 2,' " Shakira said enthusiastically in the video, accompanied by clips of her character performing with her trademark tiger backup dancers from the original 2016 film. "That's right. Gazelle is back and she's got a new look, a new song and, of course, new dance moves. Just wait until you see what she and her tiger dancers have been working on. I know you're going to love it."

The sequel will see the return of key characters alongside Shakira's Gazelle. Ginnifer Goodwin will reprise her role as the earnest rabbit police officer Judy Hopps, and Jason Bateman is back as the cunning fox Nick Wilde. These beloved characters will be joined by some intriguing new additions to the cast.

Among the newcomers is Ke Huy Quan, the Academy Award-winning actor from "Everything Everywhere All at Once," who will play Gary, a slippery snake that Judy and Nick must chase down. Comedian Fortune Feimster is also joining the ensemble as Nibbles, a beaver who finds herself on the wrong side of the law.

Fans of Shakira can expect to be captivated by her new song and electrifying dance routines in the film. The pop star's commitment to Gazelle's character reflects her own vibrant persona and musical prowess, ensuring that audiences are in for a treat. Shakira teased that her new performance will be one of the highlights, saying, "Just wait until you see what she and her tiger dancers have been working on. I know you're going to love it."

As the release date of "Zootopia 2" approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting to dive back into the vibrant, animal-filled world where dreams come alive, and Gazelle's hopeful voice leads the way. Mark your calendars for November 2025 - "Zootopia 2" is set to bring new stories, new faces, and a new wave of excitement.