Actor Adithya Menon expressed his delight in voicing the iconic villain Skeletor in the Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam versions of the upcoming Hollywood film ‘He-Man and the Masters of the Universe’. The movie is scheduled for release in India on June 5, alongside its global English premiere. In the Hindi version, veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi provides the voice for Skeletor, while Adithya Menon lends his voice to the character in the South Indian languages.
Adithya Menon, known for his intensity and gravitas, described voicing Skeletor as a nostalgic experience, considering the character’s status as one of the most iconic villains from the beloved franchise. He highlighted the multifaceted nature of Skeletor’s personality, which allowed him to experiment and explore various dimensions of the character in different languages. Adithya praised Jared Leto’s portrayal in the original English version and emphasized the creative fulfillment in adapting Skeletor for regional audiences.
The actor aimed to infuse distinct personalities and textures into each version of Skeletor, ensuring that viewers in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam receive a unique viewing experience. Adithya Menon expressed his hope that fans would appreciate his performances in the film as much as he enjoyed portraying the character. ‘He-Man and The Masters of the Universe’, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and directed by Travis Knight, features a star-studded cast including Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, and Idris Elba, among others.
