Renowned composer and musician Lebohang Morake, better known as Lebo M, is set to bring his iconic touch to Disney’s latest rendition of ‘The Lion King’. With his exceptional songwriting and vocal prowess, Lebo M has been tapped to provide additional music and performance for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’, collaborating with none other than Lin Manuel Miranda on the film’s soundtrack. This marks a thrilling reunion of talents, promising to once again enchant audiences with the magic of ‘The Lion King’ universe.
Additionally, the star-studded cast of ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ continues to grow, with South African comedian, actor, and filmmaker Kagiso Lediga stepping into the role of ‘Young Rafiki’. Lediga’s comedic brilliance is sure to add a fresh and entertaining dimension to the beloved character, joining the ranks alongside megastar Beyoncé, who returns as Nala, accompanied by her daughter Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara.
Adding to the excitement, award-winning actress Thuso Nokwanda Mbedu, known for her captivating performances in ‘Is’Thunzi’ and earning recognition on the prestigious Forbes Africa 30 under 30 list, joins the ensemble cast of ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ as one of the additional voices. With her talent and versatility, Mbedu is poised to make a memorable contribution to Disney’s timeless tale.
As anticipation builds for the release of ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ on December 20th, fans eagerly await the opportunity to once again immerse themselves in the breathtaking world of Pride Rock, guided by the musical genius of Lebo M, the comedic charm of Kagiso Lediga, and the captivating presence of Thuso Mbedu.
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Lebo M continues The Lion King magic
Renowned musician and composer is once again part of the music team for Disney’s new iteration of the iconic Lion King story.
Lebo M has provided additional music and performance on ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’, with Lin Manuel Miranda… pic.twitter.com/H7xDX6Y3tR
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) April 29, 2024CASTING NEWS:
Thuso Mbedu in Disney movie
The award winning actress has been cast as one of the additional voices in Disney’s new movie ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’.
The film is set to premiere on December 20th. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/eczOvnh1tP
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) April 29, 2024Picture: @disneystudios
