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Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

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The future of James Bond is officially in motion, with Amazon MGM Studios confirming that the search for the next actor to play 007 has begun. Even as the makers have not yet officially announced who will be playing the iconic role after Daniel Craig, several names have done the rounds over the last few months, with British actor Idris Elba frequently coming into the mix. (Also read: Who will be the next James Bond? Amazon MGM gives update on 007’s world after Daniel Craig) Idris Elba at the premiere of Masters of the Universe. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) (AP Photo/Andrew Park) What Idris said The actor has now busted those rumours. Speaking to British GQ, he said, “It was never legit. It was always just a rumour. I’ve always felt that it’s not a realistic thing.” ‘Bond is so unrealistic’ He went on to add, “James Bond was written how he was written for a reason. But I was complimented by it. And also, I think, in realistic terms, some markets just don’t go …

Idris Elba Dismisses James Bond Casting Buzz, Says Bond Should Stay True to Its Roots

Idris Elba Dismisses James Bond Casting Buzz, Says Bond Should Stay True to Its Roots

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3 min readLos AngelesJun 8, 2026 06:56 PM IST For over a decade, James Bond casting stories have followed Idris Elba but the British star says there was never any truth in them and he is not even sure the fictional spy should change. “It was never legit. It was always just a rumour,” Elba told GQ in an interview. The stories of Idris Elba being the first Black Bond started to emerge after the 2008 US presidential elections when the then Bond, Daniel Craig, said Barack Obama’s victory suggested that they had reached the stage for a new kind of Bond. Elba believes fans took Craig’s comments seriously and it just spiralled into something else. “I’ve always felt that it’s not a realistic thing. James Bond was written how he was written for a reason. But I was complimented by it. And also, I think, in realistic terms, some markets just don’t go for that. Bond is big all over the world. And (audiences) won’t (all) go for a Black male, an African male, …

‘Sir’ Idris Elba receives knighthood from King Charles, expresses gratitude

‘Sir’ Idris Elba receives knighthood from King Charles, expresses gratitude

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Actor Idris Elba may not be the next James Bond, but he has added a prestigious new title to his name. The star was among several personalities honoured at Windsor Castle, where King Charles officially knighted him during a ceremony. Idris Elba received one of the highest honours, not for his acting ability, but for his service to young people. (Instagram) Idris Elba knighted by King Charles The actor received one of the highest honours, not for his acting ability, but for his service to young people. On June 2, King Charles knighted the actor, activist and musician in an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. Idris, 53, received the honour of knighthood for services to young people. King Charles, 77, did the honours by tapping a sword on the Hijack star’s shoulders as he knelt. A photograph of the moment has made it to the royal family’s official Instagram grid. “Congratulations to everyone who received honours at today’s Investiture ceremonies, hosted by The King at Windsor Castle,” the caption of the post read. Idris reposted …

Was never in the race: Idris Elba dismisses ‘James Bond’ casting

Was never in the race: Idris Elba dismisses ‘James Bond’ casting

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Los Angeles, Hollywood actor Idris Elba has cleared the rumours claiming he was considered for the role of the next James Bond and said he was never in the race. Was never in the race: Idris Elba dismisses ‘James Bond’ casting “Honestly not in the race ever…My name’s not getting thrown out, no way,” he told entertainment news magazine People in the interview. “They’re going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can’t wait – it’s going to be amazing,” he added. Earlier this month, Amazon MGM Studios officially began the search for the next James Bond, marking the start of casting. The studio has reportedly hired acclaimed casting director Nina Gold, known for her work on “Game of Thrones”, “The Crown”, and several “Star Wars films”, to help find the successor to Daniel Craig. Amazon MGM confirmed that casting is underway but declined to provide specific details, saying it will share updates when appropriate for fans of the franchise. The next instalment, tentatively titled “Bond 26”, will be the …

Idris Elba reacts to rumours of being the next James Bond: ‘They’re going younger’

Idris Elba reacts to rumours of being the next James Bond: ‘They’re going younger’

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Ever since Daniel Craig announced he is not returning as James Bond in the next film a few years ago, rumour mills have been buzzing with who would replace him. Several names have done the rounds, with British actor Idris Elba frequently coming into the mix. Recently, as reports of the auditions for a new Bond surfaced, his name again began doing the rounds, only for the actor to issue a clarification himself. Idris Elba spoke about his rumoured James Bond casting at the premiere of his film Masters Of The Universe in Hollywood, California last week. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images/AFP (Getty Images via AFP) Idris Elba responds to Bond rumours Idris recently attended the premiere of his new film, Masters of the Universe, in Los Angeles. On the red carpet, he spoke to People Magazine about the rumours of him playing James Bond. “My name’s not getting thrown out, no way. They’re going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can’t wait — it’s going to be amazing. ” The …

4 Hollywood OTT Releases of This Week: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck’s The Rip to Idris Elba’s Hijack Season 2

4 Hollywood OTT Releases of This Week: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck’s The Rip to Idris Elba’s Hijack Season 2

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A fresh lineup of Hollywood film, web series and documentary is arriving on OTT platforms between January 12, 2026 and January 18, 2026. The week includes a star-studded film, returning series, and a documentary about a cult show and exciting family content. Here are the four Hollywood OTT releases of this week: 1. The Rip Cast: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck  Director: Joe Carnahan Genre: Sports drama Where to watch: Netflix Release date: January 16, 2026 Matt Damon plays Lieutenant Dane Dumars, while Ben Affleck stars as Detective Sergeant JD Byrne in this tense action thriller. During a raid, the two officers stumble upon a hidden stash of millions in cash. According to the procedure, the seized money must be counted at the scene itself, forcing them to stay overnight. What begins as a routine task soon turns into a test of character, as long-held trust between the friends starts to crack under pressure. As news of the massive seizure spreads, suspicion grows within the force. Other Miami cops and unknown outsiders become aware of the …

Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list

Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list

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LONDON — Britons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life. Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list Elba, who starred as a drug dealer in “The Wire” and the president of the United States in “A House of Dynamite,” was knighted for his services to young people after he and his wife, Sabrina, founded the Elba Hope Foundation to target issues such as knife crime, education and poverty. The actor accepted the honor on behalf of the young people served by the charity. “I hope we can do more to draw attention to the importance of sustained, practical support for young people and to the responsibility we all share to help them find an alternative to violence,” Elba said. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, the ice dancing duo who won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics in …

Salman Khan poses with Idris Elba at Red Sea Film Festival; fans say, ‘Bhai is ageing backwards’ | Bollywood News

Salman Khan poses with Idris Elba at Red Sea Film Festival; fans say, ‘Bhai is ageing backwards’ | Bollywood News

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After Aishwarya Rai, Kriti Sanon, Kartik Aaryan and Alia Bhatt, superstar Salman Khan is now marking his presence at the ongoing Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. The actor attended the Golden Globes gala dinner at the prestigious event, as he posed with several famous global personalities. In fact, in one of the videos circulating on social media, he can be seen expressing his excitement over Alia Bhatt being honoured with the Golden Globe Horizon Award at the film festival. While speaking about attending the Red Sea Film Festival at the red carpet, Salman said in a video, “I love it here. I like Saudi. A lot of people here like the culture. It’s nice. I keep on visiting this place quite a bit nowadays. So it’s good.” He also reacted to Alia Bhatt getting honoured at the event. “Yes, Alia Bhatt, it’s amazing! I think only Saudi could’ve done this. It’s amazing. They’re going places really rapidly. It’s a good thing. I like it that they bring their best and our culture together,” …

Idris Elba returns as detective John Luther in new Netflix film- Ruth Wilson joins the cast

Idris Elba returns as detective John Luther in new Netflix film- Ruth Wilson joins the cast

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Actor Idris Elba has been roped in to feature in a new Luther film, taking forward the gritty adventures of the famous detective hero, according to Netflix’s Tudum. Idris Elba to return as Luther(Netflix) The upcoming film, which will serve as a follow-up to the 2023 crime thriller Luther: The Fallen Sun, will reunite Elba with longtime co-stars Dermot Crowley and Ruth Wilson, who are famous for their roles as Martin Schenk and Alice Morgan. Wilson was a part of the original series, but did not feature in the 2023 film. She is now making a comeback for the next major project, as per The Hollywood Reporter. Luther: What to expect from next film? The new project will see the return of director Jamie Payne as well as screenwriter Neil Cross. Payne helmed episodes of the popular series and even directed Luther: The Fallen Sun. Written by Cross, the next film will focus on the new wave of brutal killings in London, while Luther has been asked to return to service to solve the case, …

A House of Dynamite Ending: What Really Happens in Kathryn Bigelow’s Netflix Thriller

A House of Dynamite Ending: What Really Happens in Kathryn Bigelow’s Netflix Thriller

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Netflix’s latest political thriller, A House of Dynamite, directed by Academy Award-winner Kathryn Bigelow, has left viewers discussing its tense and ambiguous ending. The film follows the United States’ frantic response after an unidentified missile is launched toward the country. Starring Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, and Greta Lee, the movie builds tension through its unique three-chapter structure, each depicting the same critical 18-minute window following the missile launch. What really happens in A House of Dynamite? The first chapter centers on Captain Olivia Walker in the White House Situation Room as the missile threat becomes apparent. The second chapter shifts to the 49th Missile Defence Battalion and STRATCOM, revealing that Ground-Based Interceptors (GBI) fail to stop the missile, heightening the stakes. The final chapter introduces the President, played by Idris Elba, who until then had only been heard as a voice. During a public event, he is suddenly informed about the incoming missile. The President and his team scramble to confirm the missile’s origin, communicate with Russian officials, and …