The Disney+ prequel film, Mufasa: The Lion King (2024), continued the tradition of featuring top-tier Indonesian voice talent. This production showcased a mix of established professionals and exciting newcomers. Jason Tenggara, a rising star in the industry known for his work as a voice actor, podcaster, and vocal trainer, was chosen as the voice of the adult . Similarly, Mutiara Azka, a versatile singer-songwriter and actress, voiced Sarabi , further cementing her place in the industry. One of the most heartwarming stories from this dub is the casting of Andromeda Soraya , a young singer and the runner-up of the StarVoices Junior 2024 competition, who made her dubbing debut as the young Taka (the cub who would become Scar). Her selection represents a commitment to finding new, authentic voices that resonate with local audiences.
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Dubbing directors worked closely with translators to choose Indonesian words that matched the mouth shapes (visemes) of the animated characters. For example, if a character's mouth closed on a "P" or "M" sound in English, the Indonesian translation ideally needed a word with a similar mouth closure at that exact moment.
Because a story isn't just translated. It is reborn. And in Indonesia, The Lion King had found its pride. The Lion King Dubbing Indonesia
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The localized performance emphasized a theatrical, slithering malice. The voice actor perfectly mirrored the sophisticated villainy of Jeremy Irons.
Scar: The dubber must capture a sophisticated yet treacherous tone to portray Disney’s most famous villain. The Disney+ prequel film, Mufasa: The Lion King
The biggest hurdle for The Lion King Indonesian dubbing team was the legendary soundtrack by Elton John and Tim Rice. Songs in animated films are narrative drivers, meaning the lyrics must convey the exact same emotional and plot points after translation. Circle of Life
For the 2024/2025 prequel, the Indonesian cast includes Jason Tenggara as Mufasa, Farid Hermawan as Taka (Scar), and Mutiara Azka as Sarabi. Accessibility and Streaming
The Indonesian dubbing of The Lion King covers both the classic 1994 animated film and the 2019 live-action/CGI remake, primarily produced for television broadcasts on and streaming on Disney+ Hotstar . Indonesian Voice Cast (The Lion King) Rights & Contracting Dubbing directors worked closely with
The industry is also actively looking to the future. Communities like the regularly hold workshops and events to find and train the next generation of voice actors, ensuring a steady stream of fresh talent. The casting of a young talent like Andromeda Soraya for Mufasa is a direct result of these efforts, ensuring that the voices of Pride Rock will continue to resonate for years to come.
: The TV spin-off series features a slightly different cast, with Eko Afianto voicing Simba and Leni M. Tarra voicing Kion in later seasons. Where to Watch You can officially watch The Lion King The Lion King (2019), and The Lion Guard with Indonesian audio and subtitles on Disney+ Hotstar Indonesia for the upcoming Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)