Beyonce set to star in 'The Lion King' remake

Just can’t wait to Bey Queen!

Published 31st Mar 2017
Last updated 3rd Apr 2017

Beyonce is set to star in the upcoming remake of Disney’s The Lion King. Apparently Bey is top of the list to portray lioness Nala.

According to Variety, Bey is director John Favreau’s first choice to voice the character. However Bey’s not yet committed to the project as she’s currently pregnant with twins.

However as the role is voice role, the Director and studio are apparently doing everything they can to accommodate Bey and get her to say yes.

Say yes Bey, say yes!

Already signed up for the film are Donald Glover who will voice Simba and James Earl Jones who will recreate Mufasa. Director John Favreau has already brought recreated one of Disney’s classics with 2016’s The Jungle Book.

Beauty and the Beast is the latest Disney film to get re-made. The adaption starring Emma Watson as Belle was released this month, Ariana Grande and John Legend covered the title track 'Beauty and the Beast'.