Lion King fans, rejoice! The highly anticipated film 'Mufasa: The Lion King' is releasing this December, revealing the epic tale of Mufasa's journey to becoming the king of the jungle. A brand-new trailer in English was unveiled on Saturday, teasing the adventure to come.
In a thrilling announcement for Indian fans, the Hindi dubbed version will boast the legendary voice of Shah Rukh Khan as Mufasa, joined by his son Aryan Khan as Simba. What's more? SRK's youngest son AbRam Khan will lend his voice to young Mufasa, making it a family affair. The Hindi trailer, released on Monday, has sent excitement soaring, building up to a roaring release!
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It’s AbRam’s first voiceover role
In 2019, Disney released a live-action musical drama film, 'The Lion King,' a remake of the beloved 1994 animated classic by the same name.
Helmed by Jon Favreau, the film was also released in a Hindi version in India, featuring the voices of Shah Rukh as Mufasa and his son Aryan as Simba.
Cut to 2024, the father-son duo is set to reprise their roles in ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ with a new addition - Shah Rukh's youngest son, AbRam, who is making his debut as a voiceover artist. This marks an exciting milestone for the Khan family, as they bring their talents together for the Lion King franchise once again.
Shah Rukh, Aryan’s voiceover journey started in 2004
In 2004, director Brad Bird's animated superhero film 'The Incredibles' was dubbed and released in India as 'Hum Hai Lajawab.' This Hindi version marked a significant milestone, as it marked the grand debut of Shah Rukh and his son Aryan as voiceover artists.
SRK brought to life the iconic character of Mr. Incredible, aka Lajawab, while Aryan voiced his son Dash, aka Tej. Interestingly, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ is the third time the father-son duo collaborated as voiceover artists.
About ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’
Get ready for the highly anticipated release of 'Mufasa: The Lion King' on December 20, helmed by acclaimed director Barry Jenkins. Initially announced in 2020, the official title of the film and details were revealed in September 2022.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Tanzania, this prequel to 'The Lion King' explores the heartwarming tale of two brothers, an orphaned Mufasa and Prince Taka (later known as Scar), who navigate through their sweet bond. The film delves into their brotherhood, revealing how Mufasa rises to become the mighty king, while Taka's journey takes a darker turn.
Published: 12 Aug 2024, 02:39 pm IST
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