In the latest trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King, Shah Rukh Khan has revealed that his youngest son, AbRam Khan, will voice the young Mufasa. Following Aryan Khan’s earlier involvement in the film, Shah Rukh shared his excitement with fans, saying, “Bas ek hi hoga…”
Mufasa: The Lion King Trailer: Shah Rukh Khan and Sons Aryan & AbRam Bring the Legendary King to Life in Hindi
The legacy of Mufasa, the ultimate king of the jungle, is brought to vivid life in Hindi with Mufasa: The Lion King. This year’s most anticipated release features the iconic Shah Rukh Khan, who reprises his role as Mufasa from the blockbuster 2019 live-action adaptation. His sons, Aryan Khan and AbRam Khan, join the cast, with Aryan voicing Simba and AbRam as Young Mufasa.
Shah Rukh Khan expressed his deep connection to the character, stating, “Mufasa’s legacy as the ultimate king of the jungle resonates deeply with me as a father. This film explores Mufasa’s journey from childhood to his rise as a great king. It’s a special experience to work with Disney on this project, especially with Aryan and AbRam involved.”
Bikram Duggal, Head of Studios at Disney Star, highlighted the film’s significance: “Mufasa is more than a fictional character; he embodies a spirit that inspires generations. With Shah Rukh Khan and Aryan returning as Mufasa and Simba, and AbRam joining the cast, this film has become even more special. We aim for Indian audiences to enjoy this extraordinary story with their families.”
Directed by Barry Jenkins, Mufasa: The Lion King combines live-action techniques with photorealistic CGI. The film tells the story of Mufasa’s rise from an orphaned cub to the king of the Pride Lands, accompanied by an extraordinary cast of characters.
The movie features original songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and English voices including Aaron Pierre as Mufasa, Donald Glover as Simba, and Braelyn Rankins as Young Mufasa. Mufasa: The Lion King will premiere in Indian theatres on December 20, 2024, in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
