The Malay dub of Tarzan was well-received by audiences in Malaysia and Indonesia. The film's catchy soundtrack, memorable characters, and exciting storyline made it a beloved classic among Malay-speaking viewers. The dub also helped to introduce Disney's Tarzan to a new audience, allowing the film to transcend cultural and linguistic barriers.
| Character | English Voice Actor | Malay Voice Actor (1999 Film) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Tony Goldwyn | Amir Yussof | | Jane Porter | Minnie Driver | Ramona Rahman | | Kala | Glenn Close | Not specified in major sources | | Kerchak | Lance Henriksen | Not specified in major sources | | Terk | Rosie O'Donnell | Not specified in major sources | | Tantor | Wayne Knight | Not specified in major sources | | Clayton | Brian Blessed | Not specified in major sources | | Professor Porter | Nigel Hawthorne | Not specified in major sources |
It proves that Bahasa Melayu isn't just a language for school exams or government forms. It’s a language for epic Phil Collins power ballads and emotional gorilla farewells.