Disney's Aladdin prequel comic has drastically changed Princess Jasmine's backstory. 1 / 8
The book portrays her as a scientist who wants to leave the palace to explore. 2 / 8
This is the only way she can connect with the people and their needs. 3 / 8
She's discouraged from doing so, which sets up her arc in the live-action remake. 4 / 8
It's a fresh take on the character compared to the 1992 animated classic. 5 / 8
There, she ran away to avoid an arranged marriage decreed by the Sultan's laws. 6 / 8
This move gives the Disney Princess more agency. 7 / 8
It also makes her romance with Aladdin more nuanced, as love isn't her priority. 8 / 8