AceShowbiz - Tangled is set to welcome Kathryn Hahn as the iconic villain Mother Gothel in Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation. After widespread fan speculation and social media buzz, the star of the viral "Agatha All Along" phenomenon officially confirmed her casting.

Kathryn Hahn shared the exciting news through a playful video posted on both her personal social media and Disney’s official channels. In the clip, she follows the popular "outfit of the day" trend before revealing a T-shirt emblazoned with Mother Gothel’s image, signaling her new role in the much-anticipated film.

Disney’s official Threads account captioned the reveal: "You want her to be the bad guy? FINE. Kathryn Hahn is Mother Gothel in Disney's live-action Tangled." Embracing her character even further, Hahn altered her social media handles to "Mother Hahn" and updated her Instagram bio to feature the villain’s famous line, "Mother knows best."

The live-action remake of Tangled, originally released as an animated film in 2010, will also star Teagan Croft as Rapunzel and Milo Manheim as Flynn Rider. Croft, known for roles in Home and Away and the Titans series, takes on the role of the spirited princess with magical hair. Manheim, recognized for Disney’s musical Zombies franchise and competing on Season 27 of Dancing With the Stars, will portray Rapunzel’s charming love interest.

The original Tangled retells the classic German fairy tale of Rapunzel, a princess locked away in a tower and guarded by Mother Gothel, who exploits her magical hair to preserve her youth. The story follows Rapunzel’s adventure after meeting a handsome thief, leading her to discover the world beyond her tower and much more than she expected.

In the 2010 animated film, Mandy Moore voiced Rapunzel, while Zachary Levi brought Flynn Rider to life. The voice of Mother Gothel was provided by Donna Murphy. Fans of the original will likely hear familiar melodies by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater, as the remake is expected to include these beloved songs, though official details on the music have yet to be announced.

Behind the scenes, the new Tangled film will be directed by Michael Gracey, known for his work on The Greatest Showman. The screenplay is penned by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, who previously wrote Do Revenge and co-wrote Thor: Love and Thunder.

This fresh adaptation promises to bring a new dimension to the timeless tale, combining star power with a creative team experienced in both musical and fantasy storytelling. Fans can look forward to seeing Kathryn Hahn bring her unique flair to the role of one of Disney’s most memorable villains in this eagerly awaited retelling of Tangled.