Disney’s forthcoming movie, Mufasa: The Lion King will have Shah Rukh Khan and his sons Aryan Khan and AbRam Khan as main cast. This is a significant step for the family as they are going to collaborate in a professional context for the first time, which is really exciting news for their fans. While speaking on the same, Shah Rukh Khan also termed this collaboration between him and his sons as special.
Shah Rukh, Aryan And AbRam Khan In Mufasa
The Hindi trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King was launched on August 12, revealing a deeper dive into the origins of the legendary Lion King, Mufasa. Shah Rukh Khan returns to lend his voice to Mufasa, while Aryan Khan voices the grown-up Simba, and young AbRam makes his debut voicing Young Mufasa. This collaboration is not just a professional alignment but a personal journey for the Khans, as shared by Shah Rukh Khan, who expressed immense joy over working with Disney and his sons.
The film is a follow-up to the 2019 live-action hit The Lion King and explores the backstory of Mufasa, tracing his rise from an orphaned cub to the revered king of the Pride Lands. Through the narrative, Mufasa’s early adventures alongside his brother Taka and their diverse group of friends are portrayed, setting the stage for his eventual kingship. Directed by Barry Jenkins, known for his Oscar-winning work, and featuring a blend of live-action and state-of-the-art photorealistic CGI, Mufasa: The Lion King promises to be a visual spectacle. The film also boasts original music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, adding a fresh musical dimension to the beloved story.
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Bikram Duggal, Head of Studios at Disney Star, emphasized the iconic stature of Mufasa as more than just a character but as a symbol of inspiration across generations. The casting of Shah Rukh Khan and his sons was seen as essential to bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the Hindi version of the film.
Mufasa: The Lion King is scheduled for a pan-Indian release on December 20, 2024, and will be available in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, ensuring it reaches a diverse audience across the country.
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