"Mufasa" to premiere on JioHotstar March 26

The prequel film "Mufasa: The Lion King" will be released on JioHotstar starting March 26. It is directed by Barry Jenkins and will be available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan is promoting the film through a new video. He provides the Hindi voice for Mufasa, the main character. Shah Rukh's sons, Aryan and AbRam, also lend their voices to the film. In the video, Shah Rukh narrates Mufasa's journey to becoming king, connecting it to his son Simba's story in the original "The Lion King." The English version of the film features voices from notable actors like Aaron Pierre and Beyoncé. Lin-Manuel Miranda has written several new songs for the soundtrack. In December 2024, Shah Rukh Khan discussed recording the film with his sons. Aryan plays young Simba, while AbRam voices the young Mufasa. He praised both sons for their dedication and preparation for their roles. The film is highly anticipated, and Shah Rukh Khan's involvement adds excitement, especially for his fans.