The setup
My Simba (2026)
My සිම්බා (My Simba, 2026) is a heartwarming Sri Lankan Sinhala forest adventure directed and written by Janardhanan Krishnamoorthy (JK), marking a unique milestone as the first local feature film to star a live, real-life lion. The emotional narrative follows an innocent villager and his young son who unknowingly rescue an orphaned lion cub, raising it as part of their own family. As the cub grows into a majestic predator and the truth about its origins comes to light, the family is forced to navigate danger and sacrifice in a touching journey of love, courage, and the call of the wild. Releasing in theaters on July 17, 2026, the film features a strong ensemble cast led by Kalana Gunasekara, Roshan Ranawana, Nayomi Thakshila, and Suraj Mapa, alongside Rajitha Hiran and Meenuka Premarathna.
It shares its release window with The Odyssey, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
It hits the big screen on July 16, 2026.
What makes this one worth reacting to
This trailer was made to be reacted to
The map, the crew, the first look at the destination: adventure teases are built for the pause button.
A theatrical trailer is built to travel before the movie does. Your reaction is part of how it travels.
Reactions on Reactr
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FAQ
My Simba: quick answers
How do I make my own My Simba reaction video?
Open the reaction recorder on your phone at reactr.gg/studio/my-simba, choose camera or voice only, and press record while the trailer plays. Reactr captures your reaction and gives you a share-ready clip when the trailer ends. It is free.
Do I have to be on camera?
No. Voice Reaction mode records your commentary with the microphone only: the camera stays off, no face is recorded, and you still get a share-ready clip for your channel.
When does My Simba come out?
My Simba is scheduled to open in US theaters on July 16, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in My Simba?
Kalana Gunasekara, Nayomi Thakshila, Roshan Ranawana, Suraj Mapa and Rajitha Hiran lead the cast, directed by Janardhanan Krishnamoorthy (JK).
Is Reactr free?
Yes. Recording reaction clips on Reactr is free, with no paywall on the finished clip. You own your clip and can post it to TikTok, Reels, Shorts, or anywhere else. Reactr makes money from studios and sponsors, not from creators.
