Neel Sethi, Wild Child Mowgli in ‘The Jungle Book’

The only live-action actor among an all-star cast in Disney’s “The Jungle Book,” child performer Neel Sethi was chosen by director Jon Favreau after considering about 2000 kids who auditioned for the lead role of Mowgli. The now 12-year-old Sethi is a natural athlete, enjoys playing all sports—especially basketball and football. He is working towards …