Tahar Rahim to be the next James Bond?
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Is Rahim set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Tahar Rahim.
UPDATE 05/11/2024 : 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 Paris wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Tahar Rahim become the Seventh James Bond?
Rahim’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Black Gold (2011) and A Prophet (2009). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Rahim now is – what next?
Three reasons Tahar Rahim 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 43-year-old French?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Rahim.
- It would give Tahar Rahim a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Rahim 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 Tahar Rahim for James Bond.
“His name is Rahim. Tahar Rahim!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 4, 2024
“He was perfect as Malik El Djebena in A Prophet, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 4, 2024
“A French James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 4, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Rahim has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 4, 2024
Rumors about Tahar Rahim 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 Tahar Rahim should be the next James Bond?
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