Aaron Pierre is making major moves thanks to stunning performances in ‘Genius: MLK/X’ and his upcoming role in ‘Mufasa: The Lion King.’

The British-born actor leads as the titular character in the live-action Disney flick, which Barry Jenkins directs. Hotly anticipated, the origin story arrives in theaters on December 20.

That Grape Juice‘s Shar Jossell caught up with the rising star at the NAACP Image Awards 2024, where he opened up about playing Malcolm X and what we can expect from ‘Mufasa.’

Watch TGJ’s EXCLUSIVE interview above and be sure to let us know…

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