Acclaimed Nigerian actress Fọlákẹ́ Olówófôyekù, best known for her role on CBS's Bob Hearts Abishola, stars as "Amara" in Disney's highly anticipated film Mufasa: The Lion King, directed by Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins.
The film, premiering December 20, 2024, explores the untold origin story of Mufasa, offering a powerful new chapter in the beloved Lion King universe.
Olówófôyekù joins an all-star cast, including Aaron Pierre as Mufasa, Kelvin Harrison Jr.
as Taka, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, Billy Eichner as Timon, John Kani as Rafiki, Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala.