After ‘Mufasa,’ Billy Eichner Pitches Timon and Pumbaa Prequel With Seth Rogen
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Kirsten Chuba
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Eichner and Rogen pitch a 'Timon and Pumbaa' prequel, as Blue Ivy Carter stuns as Kiara in the upcoming 'Mufasa: The Lion King' film.
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- Billy Eichner reveals that '90% of Timon and Pumbaa's lines in the 'Mufasa' prequel are improvised', showcasing their comedic chemistry on screen.
- Director Barry Jenkins praises Blue Ivy Carter's standout performance as Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala, saying she 'just crushed it' in her acting debut.
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Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Barry Jenkins, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Blue Ivy Carter, Donald Glover, James Earl Jones, Disney, Mufasa: The Lion King, Timon and Pumbaa Prequel