Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and their daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, graced the red carpet at the world premiere of Disney's "Mufasa: The Lion King" at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, California, on December 9, 2024. The event marked a proud family moment, as Blue Ivy stars in the film, voicing the character Kiara, the daughter of Simba (Donald Glover) and Nala (voiced by Beyoncé).
This highly anticipated prequel to Disney's 2019 photorealistic remake of "The Lion King" reunites a star-studded cast, with Donald Glover and Beyoncé reprising their beloved roles.
A Stylish Family Appearance
Beyoncé, 43, made a stunning statement in a strapless, curve-hugging gown adorned with gold circular plating. The dramatic design featured a thigh-high slit and a plunging cutout, emphasizing her elegance and flair. Her signature blonde locks cascaded in soft curls, completing the look alongside nude-toned lips and almond-shaped manicured nails.
© Axelle/Bauer-GriffinBlue Ivy Carter, now 12 years old, matched her mother's glamorous energy in a strapless gold gown with shimmering black undertones. She added her own youthful touch to the ensemble, complementing her look with bold red lips and similarly styled almond-shaped nails.
Jay-Z, as always, exuded timeless sophistication in a tailored brown suit. He stood proudly beside his wife and daughter to celebrate this milestone.
Blue Ivy's Breakout Role
In "Mufasa: The Lion King," Blue Ivy lends her voice to Kiara, marking a significant step in her entertainment career. Her performance in this Disney prequel signals her growing presence in Hollywood, following in the footsteps of her iconic parents.
While the world has yet to see Blue's acting skills, Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Jenkins assured Entertainment Weekly that while the rising star will not be singing in the movie, she is an impressive actress.
© Axelle/Bauer-Griffin"Blue Ivy doesn't sing in the movie. She is a thespian! I gotta be honest about that. She is a thespian," Jenkins told the publication. Blue Ivy is introduced to a new character. The original cast is back for the animated movie. Fans of "The Lion King": remember Kiara in the 1998 movie "The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride."
The movie will have a Latino touch and feature new music composed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who is known for writing music for Moana, Encanto, The Little Mermaid, and more. Miranda is working alongside Mark Mancina and Lebo M. "For me, working with Lin was amazing," Jenkins continues. "I've never made a musical before. So when I took the job, I knew that was going to be a part of it, but I just figured, 'We'll figure that out when we figure that out.' In a musical, we need to figure that out first!"
© Getty Images“Elton John. Tim Rice. Hans Zimmer. Lebo M. Mark Mancina. Beyoncé, Labrinth, Ilya Salmanzadeh. Beau Black, Ford Riley, the incredible music team on ‘The Lion Guard,’ and so many musical contributors over the years. ‘The Lion King’ has an incredible musical legacy with music from some of the greatest songwriters around, and I’m humbled and proud to be a part of it,” he said in a statement. “It’s been a joy working alongside Barry Jenkins to bring Mufasa’s story to life, and we can’t wait for audiences to experience this film in theaters,“ Miranda added.
