KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 -- Sony Pictures Malaysia has surprised fans by announcing that its upcoming animated feature GOAT will receive an exclusive Malaysian version.

The local twist sees acclaimed star Zul Ariffin take over from David Harbour as the voice of Archie, adding a distinctly Malaysian flavour to the character.

During a media roundtable at GSC Mid Valley yesterday, Zul shared that he did not initially realise he would become the first Malaysian to dub an English-speaking role in an international animated film.

"When I got the call, I thought it was going to be a Malay dub."

However, upon arriving at the studio and reviewing the script, he realised the role required him to perform in English instead.

"I got there, they play...