Disney is universally known for its unique and colorful cartoon characters which attract not only children but also adults all around the world. It can be a witty Micky Mouse, a pretty princess with long hair in Tangled, or Mulan with a strong personality. Thanks to these fascinating designs, Disney's animated films became as successful as they are today.
However, before these impressive appearances come to us today, our characters were sketched on a blank page with completely different concepts. You must be taken aback to discover the original versions of these famous characters.
Let's see what the legendary Disney characters look like if the sketches are not modified.
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However, before these impressive appearances come to us today, our characters were sketched on a blank page with completely different concepts. You must be taken aback to discover the original versions of these famous characters.
Let's see what the legendary Disney characters look like if the sketches are not modified.
#1 Rapunzel in Tangled was sketched to have curly hair instead of straight hair
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#2 Cruella de Vil was supposed to have long hair
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#3 Woody in Toy Story had an unfriendly face in the first design
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#4 In contrast, Buzz Lightyear had a very cute face
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#5 This is a chubby gentleman, where is the handsome Flynn Rider?
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#6 Carl Fredrickson in Up didn't look much different from the appearance we see today
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#7 Yzma's costume in The Emperor's New Groove looked much more colorful in the first version
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#8 Pocahontas looked exactly like the present version
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#9 Timon and Pumbaa in The Lion King: Before and After
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#10 Colors made Mickey Mouse look much more friendly
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#11 Surely no one could recognize Princess Aurora in the original version
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#12 Maleficent's trademark horn did not appear in the draft sketch
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#13 Which version of Aladdin do you prefer?
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#14 Luckily, Disney decided to change the sketch of Jasmine Princess
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#15 The Genie in the Aladdin didn't change much
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