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Why did they change the names of the hyenas in Lion King?
Banzai is Swahili for “skulk” or “lurk”. Ed’s name Azizi literally means “he doesn’t know” probably describing how he’s constantly zoned out. Banzai’s name is weird because Kamari means gambling which doesn’t make sense for his angry and brash personality.
What does the name Pumbaa mean?
In Swahili, pumbaa (v.) means “to be foolish, silly, weakminded, careless, negligent”. Timon is one of the few characters whose name has no meaning in Swahili; Timon is a historical Greek name, taken to mean “he who respects”.
What are the hyenas names?
The hyenas from The Lion King were called Ed (voiced by Jim Cummings), Shenzi (voiced by Whoopi Goldberg) & Banzai (voiced by Cheech Marin).
What are the hyenas names in Lion guard?
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar Janja then notices Bunga and sends two hyenas, Cheezi and Chungu, kidnap Bunga when he enters the Outlands looking for his baobab fruit. After the two teasing Kion, the young cub lets out a roar which leaves them in shock, allowing Bunga time to escape.
What is the name of Simba’s dad in The Lion King?
Mufasa
Simba/Father
Mufasa. Mufasa (voiced by James Earl Jones in the films, Gary Anthony Williams in The Lion Guard and Aaron Pierre in follow up for 2019 film) is Scar’s older brother, Sarabi’s mate, Simba’s father, Nala’s father-in-law and Kion and Kiara’s paternal grandfather who is introduced as the King of the Pride Lands.
Where are the hyenas in Lion King 2?
The hyenas do not appear in the sequel, but they are mentioned by Nuka, who was visiting the abandoned elephant graveyard with his sister Vitani, as their mother Zira (the leader of the Outsiders) plans to overthrow Simba to have her son Kovu become the new King in order to avenge Scar’s death.
Who is Nala’s mom and dad?
Mufasa
SarafinaNala’s FatherNaanda
Nala/Parents