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This paper examines the Sinhala-dubbed version of the 1998 American comedy film Dr. Dolittle , starring Eddie Murphy. It explores the dubbing process in Sri Lanka, the cultural adaptations made to dialogue and humor, and the reception among local audiences. The study highlights how dubbing facilitates cross-cultural accessibility and preserves comedic timing through linguistic substitution. Findings suggest that the Sinhala dub successfully localized Western humor while maintaining narrative coherence, making the film popular among Sinhala-speaking children and families. Dr Dolittle Sinhala Dubbed
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