Nala
Future Queen
Simba's childhood friend from The Lion King and the future queen. A brave and intelligent lion.
Quotes
- I know how strong you are.
- Being king is not just a title.
- We have something to protect.
- We support each other precisely because no one is perfect.
- Believe in your own path and move forward.
Trivia
- Nala's name means 'gift' in Swahili.
- Voice actors differ between the animated and live-action versions.
- Nala symbolizes Simba's growth within the series.
- Her relationship with Simba forms the core of the story.
- Nala is a key figure bearing the future of the Pride Lands.
Alternate names
Nala
Queen Nala
Nala from The Lion King
Profile
- Species
- Lion
- Gender
- Female
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Female lion with golden fur. Features a strong and supple physique and refined facial features.
- Eye color
- Blue
- Hair color
- Blond
- Distinguishing features
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- Refined facial features
- Golden fur
- Blue eyes
- Iconic items
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- None
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Brave
- Detailed personality
- Wise and responsible, with a brave personality that supports and guides Simba. Possesses strong independence and the strength to confront difficulties.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Wise
- Sense of responsibility
- Independence
- Compassion
- Decisiveness
- Motto
- Forge your own destiny
- Talents
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- Leadership
- Combat ability
- Problem-solving ability
- High insight
- Loyalty
- Skills
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- Hunting prey
- Combat techniques
- Organizational management
- Persuasiveness
- Motivation
- Protecting the peace and prosperity of the Pride Lands
- Habits
- Takes a strict yet affectionate attitude toward Simba
History
- Backstory
- Born and raised in the Pride Lands, nurtured a deep friendship with Simba from childhood. Even during Simba's exile, worked to protect the kingdom and supported his return.
- Debut date
- June 15, 1994
- Work title
- The Lion King
- Media type
- Movie
Reunion with Simba
- Significant event
- Reunion with Simba
- Description
- Reunites with childhood friend Simba, assists his return, and helps reclaim the Pride Lands.
Role as Future Queen
- Significant event
- Role as Future Queen
- Description
- Becomes Simba's queen and together builds the kingdom's future.
Relationships
Simba
Childhood friend
Deep friendship and trust from childhood
Pride of the Pride Lands
Pride of the Pride Lands: unknown
Media appearances
The Lion King
Movie / Supporting
1994 theatrical release
The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride
Movie / Protagonist
1998
The Lion King (2019 live-action version)
Movie / Supporting
2019
Voice cast and creators
大谷育江
- Voice actor
- 大谷育江
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1994 animated film version
Moira Kelly
- Voice actor
- Moira Kelly
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- 1994 animated film version
早見沙織
- Voice actor
- 早見沙織
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2019 live-action film version
Walt Disney Animation Studios
- Creator name
- Walt Disney Animation Studios
- Role
- Original author
Rob Minkoff
- Creator name
- Rob Minkoff
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Nala Figure
- Item name
- Nala Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular