Akshay Kumar to be the next James Bond?
- By Jim Leap
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Is Kumar set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Akshay Kumar.
UPDATE 01/04/2025 : 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 Akshay Kumar become the Seventh James Bond?
Kumar’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Housefull 2 (2012) and Welcome (2007). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Kumar now is – what next?
Three reasons Akshay Kumar 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 57-year-old Indian?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Kumar.
- It would give Akshay Kumar a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Kumar To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Monday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Akshay Kumar for James Bond.
“His name is Kumar. Akshay Kumar!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 31, 2025
“He was perfect as Rajiv Saini in Welcome, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 31, 2025
“An Indian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 31, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Kumar has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 31, 2025
Rumors about Akshay Kumar 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 Akshay Kumar should be the next James Bond?
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