Imran Khan to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
New Delhi
Last updated on May 18, 2025

So, why not a 42-year-old James Bond from India?

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

UPDATE 18/05/2025 : 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 Imran Khan become the Seventh James Bond?

Khan’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Delhi Belly (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Khan now is – what next?

Three reasons Imran Khan 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 42-year-old Indian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Khan.
It would give Imran Khan a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Khan. Imran Khan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 17, 2025

“He was perfect as Tashi Dorjee Lhatoo in Delhi Belly, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 17, 2025

“An Indian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 17, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Khan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 17, 2025

Rumors about Imran Khan 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 Imran Khan should be the next James Bond?