AceShowbiz - Chris Hemsworth, renowned for his movie roles in the "Avengers" and "Transformers" franchises, is in discussions to portray the iconic Prince Charming in an upcoming live-action Disney film.

Helmed by Paul King, the director of "Wonka" and "Paddington". the movie's plot remains a closely guarded secret. However, insiders have revealed that the film will not directly connect to "Cinderella", despite the character being closely associated with Prince Charming in Disney lore.

Hemsworth's casting comes as part of Disney's strategy to expand its iconic animated properties into live-action adaptations. Recent successful efforts include Halle Bailey as Ariel in "The Little Mermaid (2023)" and the upcoming "Mufasa: The Lion King" prequel.

The movie will also see Hemsworth delve into a villainous role in the highly anticipated "Mad Max" prequel "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" and provide the voice for a younger Optimus Prime in the animated "Transformers One".

Details of the "Prince Charming" screenplay, co-written by King, Simon Farnaby and Jon Croker, remain undisclosed. Speculation abounds that the film may explore a modern retelling of the stock character or delve into the creation and purpose of these ideal storybook men.