Mufasa: Shah Rukh Khan draws parallel between him and the lion king in new promo

In a new promo for Mufasa The Lion King, Shah Rukh Khan likened his personal journey to that of the titular character. The film, releasing December 2024, will explore Mufasa's rise from orphan to ruler.

In Short

• A new promo video for Mufasa The Lion King is out
• The video features Shah Rukh Khan narrating about Mufasa
• Shah Rukh Khan will also be voicing Mufasa in the upcoming Disney film

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who lends his voice to Mufasa in the Hindi version of Mufasa: The Lion King, has drawn parallels between his own life and that of the iconic character.

In a newly released promotional video, Khan narrates the story of Mufasa, highlighting themes of perseverance, resilience, and eventual triumph -- qualities he says resonate with his personal experiences.

Watch the promo video here:

Speaking about the film, Khan shared how Mufasa’s rise as the king of the Pride Lands reflects a journey of overcoming challenges and fulfilling one’s destiny. The actor, often referred to as the Badshah of Indian cinema, noted that these qualities mirror his own rise in the entertainment industry, marked by dedication and hard work.

Watch the Hindi trailer of the film here:

The film, directed by Barry Jenkins, explores the backstory of the beloved lion king. It follows Mufasa's transformation from an orphaned cub to a ruler of the Pride Lands, guided by Rafiki and a group of allies.

The movie will be released in India on December 20, 2024 in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, featuring a star-studded voice cast across all languages. Mahesh Babu will be voicing Mufasa for the Telugu version of the film.