Abhishek Bachchan to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
New Delhi
Last updated on March 27, 2025

So, why not a 49-year-old James Bond from India?

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Is Bachchan set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Abhishek Bachchan.

UPDATE 27/03/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to New Delhi wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Abhishek Bachchan become the Seventh James Bond?

Bachchan’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Om Shanti Om (2007), Dhoom 2 (2006) and Dhoom (2004). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Bachchan now is – what next?

Three reasons Abhishek Bachchan would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 49-year-old Indian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Bachchan.
It would give Abhishek Bachchan a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Bachchan To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Wednesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Abhishek Bachchan for James Bond.

“His name is Bachchan. Abhishek Bachchan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 26, 2025

“He was perfect as ACP Jai Dixit in Dhoom, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 26, 2025

“An Indian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 26, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Bachchan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 26, 2025

Rumors about Abhishek Bachchan stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Abhishek Bachchan should be the next James Bond?