Encanto director Jared Bush debunks a popular fan theory regarding Camilo's shapeshifting powers.
Jared Bush revealed that Camilo doesn't gain any new abilities when he shapeshifts into his magical family members. Encanto moved to Disney+ over the winter holidays and quickly became a viral hit. Audiences have become enthralled by these relatable characters and the enchanting music constructed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Its success has seen every song on the soundtrack make its way to the Billboard Hot 100 Charts and take over social media sites like TikTok.
Encanto is set in Colombia, following the Madrigal Family, who are blessed with magical gifts via an ever-burning candle. Mirabel discovers that their family home and magic are in danger and seeks out help from her uncle that disappeared 10 years prior. The gifts that each character has are briefly explained in"The Family Madrigal" and explored throughout the duration of the film as part of the plot.
It’s a good question. Camilo doesn’t acquire their “magic” gifts, but makes sense that he’d acquire the “real world” strength of a person with Luisa’s build. 💪This is far from the first fan theory that Bush has addressed as viewers meticulously analyze Encanto for hidden details and come up with theories based on these findings.
While this answer might not be as exciting as Camilo gaining multiple powers, it does give some much-needed insight into his ability. With Encanto's success, this may not be the last time these characters' gifts are explored. Disney CEO Bob Chapek has referred to Encanto as the start of a franchise, which looks good for the prospect of more content.