Mufasa: The Lion King” celebrated its South African premiere at the Ster-Kinekor IMAX Eastgate in Johannesburg. The event featured local voice talent Dr. John Kani (Rafiki) and Kagiso Lediga (Young Rafiki), along with over 1,000 guests. The premiere included special performances, including a rendition of “I Always Wanted A Brother” by the Northcliff Primary School choir.
The film, directed by Barry Jenkins, tells the origin story of Mufasa as an orphaned cub who meets Taka, a royal heir. The star-studded cast includes Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, and many others. Using a blend of live-action and CGI techniques, the film features original songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and score by Dave Metzger.
The premiere marks another milestone in The Lion King’s legacy in South Africa, where both the 2019 film and 1994 original hold significant box office records. The film opens in cinemas on December 20, 2024, coinciding with The Lion King’s 30th anniversary celebrations in South Africa, which include various cultural events and collaborations throughout the country.
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