The Stars Behind The Egyptian Version Of The Lion King

It’s been 24 years since the Arabic version of The Lion King graced the screens of Egyptian cinema, which re-launched the art of dubbing in Egypt after a long drought. Selecting characters was very difficult, especially since the process needed to be approved by Disney headquarters. Sound clips of candidates were sent over and adjustments were made, for example, voice over artist Mohammed Al-Sabe tried for the role of Mufasa, but Disney objected because his voice was deemed too old, while Ahmed Fouad Selim’s voice was deemed too kind. Let us discover some of talented voices behind dubbed version of The Lion King. Zazu Dubbed by one of the brightest voice over stars in Egypt, Adel Khalaf. Shenzi The evil hyena was brought to life by Salwa Mohammed Ali. Banzai The evil hyena brought to life by Sami Abdel Halim Young Nala By Samah Ahmed Young Simba His voice was realized by Karim al-Husseini. Sarabi The sweet and comforting voice that is part of many Disney movies, Safaa Al Toukhi. Rafiki The wise old character was voiced by the late Mumen al-Bardisi. Pumba The voice of the late Sami Salah Mufasa After many considerations, Disney settled on Essam Saif, the famous voiceover actor. Timon Of course, the great Mohammed Huneidi. Scar Abdul Rahman Abu Zahra, who was sent a letter of appreciation and thanks by Disney for performing a dubbing on par with the original voice over. Simba Hisham Nour, one of the kings of dubbing in Egypt.