AceShowbiz - The upcoming animated film The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will feature the beloved Nintendo character Yoshi, voiced by none other than Donald Glover. According to his co-star Jack Black, who returns as the voice of Bowser, Glover was very enthusiastic about landing the role and actively campaigned for it.

Black revealed on ExtraTV that Glover expressed his passion for the Nintendo universe and his desire to be part of the project directly to his agent. He urged the agent to contact Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri to communicate how much he wanted to voice Yoshi in the new adaptation of the iconic video game series.

The movie, which is set to premiere on April 1, also stars Brie Larson, who has been praised by Black for her strong connection to the Nintendo world and her impressive performance. This combination of talent has created excitement among fans anticipating the film’s release.

As Donald Glover joins the cast, his involvement adds a notable voice to the project, blending his artistic talents and love for the franchise. The film promises to bring the cherished characters of the Super Mario universe to life in a fresh and vibrant way for audiences worldwide.