Disney plans Chinese High School Musical
November 24th, 2009 - 12:42 pm ICT by ANI ( Leave a comment )Washington, November 24 (ANI): Entertainment giant Disney is reportedly drawing plans to film a Chinese version of its hit High School Musical in Shanghai.
The family-friendly conglomerate was said to have received clearance from the Chinese government for the alleged project.
Disney will purportedly produce the movie in collaboration with two Chinese film companies, reports Contactmusic.
Chen Shizheng, renowned for his work as a stage director, is set to helm the film, according to reports. (ANI)
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