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'The Lion King' remake wants Beyoncé to voice Nala

Beyoncé is currently the top choice for the voice of Nala in The Lion King remake, according to sources who told Variety.

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Recently, Donald Glover was cast as Simba.

The classic childhood tale is being reimagined by Walt Disney Studios and director Jon Favreau.

James Earl Jones will reprise his role from the original cartoon film as Mufasa.

The new movie will include songs from the original film.

No decision has been made by Beyoncé as the pop singer is currently pregnant with twins.

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