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Sri Lankan Girl Plays With Wild Porcupine, Civet Cat; Internet Calls Her a Real-Life 'Disney Princess' (Watch Videos)

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July 2, 2026

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A viral video of a young Sri Lankan girl calmly interacting with wild animals has won hearts on social media. The clip shows her walking through paddy fields with a porcupine following behind and carrying a civet cat, prompting many online users to compare her to a real-life “Disney Princess” set against a picturesque rural backdrop.

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Related coverage for "Sri Lankan Girl Plays With Wild Porcupine, Civet Cat; Internet Calls Her a Real-Life 'Disney Princess' (Watch Videos)": DNyuz — How the House of the Dragon Erases an Important Book Character in the Season 3 Premiere. Variety — ‘Cheetah Girls 4’: Raven-Symoné Confirms Her Return in ‘Next Gen’ Reboot. MovieGuide — MOANA (2026). Us Weekly — 'The Cheetah Girls' Original Cast: Where Are They Now? Raven-Symone, More. People.com — Chris Rock's 2 Daughters: All About Lola and Zahra. NDTV — Watch: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Tries Her Hand At Santoor During India Visit