In 2019, Disney launched the live-action “The Lion King,” which featured the original story from the 1990s, but in a new form.
Although fan opinions are divided, the company previously announced the production of another movie called ‘Mufasa’.
‘Mufasa’: Trailer Shows ‘The Lion King’ Prequel
Although Disney had kept the details of the film under wraps, on April 29 when the first trailer was released. The preview shows us a young Mufasa and the challenges he will face to become king.
According to the description of the YouTube clip, the baboon Rafiki will tell the story of Mufasa to little Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala. The narrative will reveal that Mufasa, surprisingly, was an orphaned lion.
The images will show Mufasa’s early years, his friendship with Rafiki and his adventures in the African savanna, where he will have fun and dangerous interactions with other animals. Although it has not been officially confirmed, it is speculated that it could also be a musical, like the live-action “The Lion King”.
The film directed by Barry Jenkins (“Moonlight”, “Aftersun” or “If Beale Street Could Talk”) will be released in theaters.
on December 20 and the cast was announced. It’s important to note that many actors who appeared in the 2019 film will reprise their roles: Beyoncé as Nala, Donald Glover as Simba, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, and Billy Eichner as Timon.
Among the celebrities to star in the Disney film are Thandiwe Newton, Mads Mikkelsen, Anika Noni Rose, Keith David and Tiffany Boone.
Beyoncé’s daughter Blue Ivy Carter to voice Kiara in ‘Mufasa’
One detail worth noting is that it was confirmed in the trailer that Blue Ivy Carter, Beyoncé’s daughter, will be voicing Nala, making this project one where mother and daughter work together again, after the film ‘Black King’ until in 2020.
Within hours of Disney’s announcement, the hashtag #MufasaTheLionKing trended on social media and netizens began voicing their opinions.
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Camila Luna is a writer at Gossipify, where she covers the latest movies and television series. With a passion for all things entertainment, Camila brings her unique perspective to her writing and offers readers an inside look at the industry. Camila is a graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in English and is also a avid movie watcher.
