Xiao Zhan to be the next James Bond?

Is Zhan set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Xiao Zhan.

UPDATE 20/03/2026 : 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 Beijing wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Xiao Zhan become the Seventh James Bond?

Zhan’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Untamed (2019-2019). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Zhan now is – what next?

Three reasons Xiao Zhan 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 34-year-old Chinese?
2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Zhan.
3. It would give Xiao Zhan a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Zhan. Xiao Zhan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 19, 2026

“He was perfect as Wei Wuxian in The Untamed, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 19, 2026

“A Chinese James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 19, 2026

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Zhan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 19, 2026

Rumors about Xiao Zhan 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 Xiao Zhan should be the next James Bond?

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