Sat Dec 21 18:07:59 UTC 2024: ## Mufasa: The Lion King Roars to Rs 10 Crore Debut at Indian Box Office

**Mumbai, India** – Disney’s highly anticipated prequel, *Mufasa: The Lion King*, has enjoyed a triumphant start at the Indian box office, raking in Rs 10 crore (approximately $1.2 million USD) on its opening day. The film’s success is largely attributed to its popular dubbed versions, particularly the Hindi version featuring the voice of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan as Mufasa.

The Hindi dub alone accounted for Rs 3 crore of the total, followed by the Telugu version voiced by Mahesh Babu (Rs 2 crore). The English and Tamil versions contributed Rs 4 crore and Rs 1 crore respectively, according to Sacnilk. Globally, the film is projected to gross $180 million in its opening weekend, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Strong pre-booking numbers, with approximately 65,000 tickets sold in advance (35,000 for the opening day), fueled the impressive opening. Mahesh Babu’s Telugu fanbase significantly boosted the pre-sales for that version. The star-studded voice cast, including Shah Rukh Khan’s sons Aryan (Simba) and AbRam Khan (young Mufasa), also proved a major draw.

Critics have given the film positive reviews, with The Indian Express awarding it 3.5 stars, praising its visually stunning presentation and engaging story. While the film’s long-term box office performance remains to be seen, its strong debut suggests a potential blockbuster hit, showcasing the growing popularity of Hollywood films in India.

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