: While respectable for a direct-to-video release, it was noted for being more "bubbly" and less epic in scale than the original.
The goal is to secure a political alliance through arranged marriages to prevent a looming Mongol invasion. Joining them are their loyal companions Yao, Ling, and Chien-Po, who eventually fall for the princesses, creating a moral conflict between their mission and their feelings.
: Sandra Oh (Ting-Ting), Lucy Liu (Mei), and Lauren Tom (Su) Critical Reception Mulan 2 (2004)
: Upon learning that Mulan's marriage into the Li family will result in him losing his status as a guardian, Mushu attempts to break up the couple to keep his "pedestal".
: Many felt the "follow your heart" message was oversimplified and undermined the weight of tradition and duty presented in the first film. : While respectable for a direct-to-video release, it
: Mushu's role as a primary antagonist was seen by many fans as uncharacteristic and mean-spirited.
Most of the original voice cast returned for the sequel, with a few notable exceptions: : Ming-Na Wen (speaking) and Lea Salonga (singing) Li Shang : BD Wong Mushu : Mark Moseley (replacing Eddie Murphy) : Sandra Oh (Ting-Ting), Lucy Liu (Mei), and
Following her heroic victory over the Huns, Mulan is happily engaged to the newly promoted General Li Shang. However, their wedding plans are interrupted by a secret mission from the Emperor: they must escort his three daughters—Princesses Ting-Ting, Mei, and Su—across China to the kingdom of Qui Gong.