Awkwafina Joins 'Jumanji' Sequel with The Rock & Kevin Hart
Awkwafina has joined the cast of the upcoming Jumanji sequel!
The 29-year-old actress, who had a breakout year in 2018 with Ocean’s Eight and Crazy Rich Asians, will join Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan in the film.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle was a smash hit in theaters and grossed $962 million worldwide. Jake Kasden is returning to direct the next film in the franchise.
While nothing is yet known about the plot for the sequel, Awkwafina‘s role is said to be “key” and “significant,” according to THR.