For The Live-Action Lion King, Beyonce Have Been Chosen To Lead Star-Studded Cast

The American star will play Nala in the film to be directed by Jon Favreau, with British actor Chiwetel Ejiofor featuring as Scar.
The American singer will play Nala, the love interest of protagonist Simba.

The film, to be directed by Jon Favreau, is scheduled for release in the summer of 2019.
Simba will be played by Donald Glover, while Oscar-nominated Ejiofor plays Simba's villainous uncle Scar.
James Earl Jones will reprise his role as Mufasa, after lending his voice to the lion in the 1994 animated version.