'Beauty and the Beast' dream come true: Emma Watson

 "Harry Potter" star Emma Watson says turning into Belle for Disney's upcoming musical "Beauty and the Beast" has been a dream come true.

The film was presented at a Disney fan event. Watson, who is shooting for the movie in London, shared her feelings through a voice message.

"We have had an unbelievable time shooting beauty and the beast. It has been a complete dream come true. I can't wait for the film to release in 2017," she said.

The live-action adaptation of the 1991 animated movie, also stars Dan Stevens as the Beast, Luke Evans as Gaston, Emma Thompson, Josh Gad, Audra McDonald, and Kevin Kline.

It is being directed by Oscar-winner Bill Condon and will hit theatres on March 17, 2017.