Malaysian Actor Zul Ariffin to Voice Character in Animated Film ‘GOAT’

TLDR: Zul Ariffin will be voicing Archie Everhadt in SONY’s upcoming animated film GOAT.

Malaysian Star Joins the Animated Adventure

Malaysian actor Zul Ariffin will voice the character Archie Everhardt in the animated action-comedy GOAT. The role will appear in a special English-language version created for Malaysian audiences.

This project marks Zul Ariffin’s first time voicing an animated character in English. It also builds on his previous achievement as the first Malaysian actor to voice a character in a major English-language film featuring a Hollywood cast.

The film is scheduled to premiere exclusively in Malaysian cinemas on 19 Mar.

SONY Pictures Entertainment Malaysia on the Casting of Zul Ariffin in GOAT

According to Sony Pictures Entertainment Malaysia, the casting felt like a natural fit. Both Zul Ariffin and the character Archie Everhardt share qualities described as powerful, sporty, and commanding a strong presence.

The Malaysian version of the film aims to bridge the gap between Hollywood animation and local audiences by bringing familiar Malaysian voices into the story.

In the original international version of the film, Archie Everhardt is voiced by David Harbour, known for his roles in Stranger Things and Black Widow.

A Milestone for Local Representation

This collaboration represents a meaningful milestone for Malaysian talent in global entertainment. By featuring a well-known local actor in a Hollywood animation release, the project highlights how international studios are increasingly connecting with regional audiences through local voices and cultural familiarity.

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