Aleksey Chadov to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
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So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from Russia?

Is Chadov set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in December 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Aleksey Chadov.

UPDATE 31/12/2024 : 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 Moscow wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Aleksey Chadov become the Seventh James Bond?

Chadov’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Viy (2014) and The 9th Company (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Chadov now is – what next?

Three reasons Aleksey Chadov would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 43-year-old Russian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Chadov.
  3. It would give Aleksey Chadov a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Chadov 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 Aleksey Chadov for James Bond.

“His name is Chadov. Aleksey Chadov!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 30, 2024
“He was perfect as Petrus in Viy, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 30, 2024
“A Russian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 30, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Chadov has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 30, 2024

Rumors about Aleksey Chadov 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 Aleksey Chadov should be the next James Bond?

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