The wait is over! Disney’s much-anticipated film Mufasa: The Lion King has finally made its OTT debut today, March 26, 2025. After a successful run in theatres, the movie is now available for streaming on JioHotstar. Whether you’re watching it in English or your favorite Indian language, it’s ready for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home
Now Streaming on JioHotstar
Mufasa: The Lion King is now available to stream on JioHotstar in multiple languages. You can watch it in English (original) or dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The Hindi version has something extra special for fans — it features voices from none other than the Khan family!
Star-Studded Hindi Voice Cas
The Hindi dubbed version includes:
- Shah Rukh Khan as adult Mufasa
- Aryan Khan as Simba
- AbRam Khan as young Mufasa (cub)
- Sanjay Mishra as Pumbaa
- Shreyas Talpade as Timon
- Makarand Deshpande as Rafiki
- Meiyang Chang as Taka
Hearing the Khan trio together in one film adds a unique charm to the Hindi version and makes it even more exciting for Indian fans.
What’s the Movie About?
Mufasa: The Lion King tells the story of Mufasa, a young lion cub who is lost and alone. He crosses paths with Taka, a kind-hearted lion who is also the heir to a royal bloodline. As the two grow up together, their friendship is tested through different challenges, choices, and fate.
The movie explores how Mufasa rises from being a lost cub to becoming the wise and brave leader of the Pride Lands. This story adds more depth to his character, whom we first met in The Lion King.
A Prequel to The Lion King (2019)
This film is actually a prequel to the 2019 The Lion King movie. It dives into the background and early life of Mufasa, giving fans a better understanding of his journey before he became Simba’s father and king of the Pride Lands.
Cast and Crew Highlights
Mufasa: The Lion King is directed by Barry Jenkins, the Oscar-winning director behind Moonlight. The screenplay is written by Jeff Nathanson, and it is produced by Walt Disney Pictures.
Alongside returning voices like Seth Rogen (Pumbaa), Billy Eichner (Timon), Donald Glover, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, and John Kani, the movie also introduces new talents:
- Aaron Pierre
- Tiffany Boone
- Kelvin Harrison Jr.
- Thandiwe Newton
- Lennie James
- Anika Noni Rose
- Blue Ivy Carter (in her movie debut!)
A Global Hit
Before hitting OTT platforms, the movie was released in theatres worldwide and became a massive success, earning over $1 billion at the global box office.
Ready to Roar?
Whether you’re revisiting the Pride Lands or discovering Mufasa’s story for the first time, Mufasa: The Lion King is a heartfelt and visually stunning film that the whole family can enjoy.
Don’t miss it — stream now on JioHotstar!
