"Imitating Simba's Reveal Scene: The Trend of 'Lion King Play' with Cats and Dogs is Taking Off!"

Have You Seen the Live-Action "The Lion King"?

Released on August 9, 2019, the live-action version of The Lion King*

On review sites and social media,

"The visuals of the Pride Lands are amazing...!"

"The animals are so realistic."

"Baby Simba's overwhelming fluffiness is just too cute ♡"

"The subtitles and dubbing, the songs are moving..."

"I couldn’t stop crying during Mufasa’s final scene."

"Timon and Pumbaa's Hakuna Matata is still the best ♩"

"The final showdown between Simba and Scar is full of intensity."

And many more voices across Japan saying, "This was great! I want to see it again!" ♡

The animated version released in 1994, along with the Shiki Theatre Company's stage production, is, of course, fantastic in its own comedic way, but the live-action film is also a new masterpiece ♩

The Lion King Role-Play Trend is Growing

In such a famous scene from The Lion King, there's a moment when newborn Simba is presented to the animals of the Pride Lands.

Here it is ♡

Held high by the kingdom's shaman, Rafiki, it’s the moment when Simba is recognized as "the future king" by the animals.

The iconic song "Circle of Life" plays during this truly wonderful scene ♩

Inspired by that famous scene?

Right now, among pet owners, taking these kinds of photos is trending on social media ♡

It’s called "Lion King Role-Play" ♩

Support your pet's belly with both hands, just like Rafiki held Simba, and lift them high.

Capture that moment, snap! ♡

Isn't it just too cute...? ♡

The look of confusion on the pets' faces (what is this...?) links perfectly with baby Simba's expression, doubling the cuteness＊

If you have pets like dogs or cats, definitely give it a try ♡

A Lion King role-play inspired by Simba's presentation ceremony ♡

It would be adorable to try it with your puppy or kitten. Let’s capture a memory of this summer with a photo ♩