Kathmandu, Nepal – May 1, 2024 – In a move that is sure to excite fans of the iconic ‘The Lion King’ franchise, Disney has released the first trailer for its upcoming prequel film, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’. The new movie, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Barry Jenkins, promises to delve into the backstory of Simba’s father, the revered King Mufasa.
The trailer, which debuted on Tuesday morning Nepali time, offers a sweeping glimpse of the African savanna, the setting for the kingdom of animals. Viewers are treated to a glimpse of the young Mufasa and his adventurous exploits with his friends, setting the stage for the character’s rise to power.
The star-studded cast includes some familiar faces from the ‘Lion King’ universe, with John Kani reprising his role as the wise mandrill Rafiki, Seth Rogen as the lovable warthog Pumbaa, and Billy Eichner as the hilarious meerkat Timon. Newcomers to the franchise include Donald Glover as the young Mufasa and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as the iconic Nala.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ is scheduled for release in December 2024, and Nepali audiences are eagerly anticipating this new chapter in the beloved ‘Lion King’ saga. The success of the 2019 live-action remake at the Nepali box office has only heightened the excitement for this prequel, which promises to offer a fresh and captivating perspective on the iconic story.
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