Ever since Daniel Craig announced that he will not be renewing his license to kill and play James Bond again, there has been a heated debate on who should replace him. 007 is one of the most iconic characters in cinema history. And while a white British man has (almost) always played the superspy, changing times mean the role could go to a black actor or even a woman. But while the Broccolis (producers of the Bond films) are on the lookout for their next Bond, we decided to ask the expert on all matters – ChatGPT. ,Also read: Daniel Craig doesn’t ‘care’ who plays the next James Bond or doesn’t remember how many times he’s played the role,
ChatGPT’s top pick to play James Bond
We asked an AI language bot to list the best actors to replace Daniel Craig as the next James Bond. Noting that the search had been ‘the subject of much speculation and debate among fans and critics alike’, the chatbot listed a who’s-who of British stars as contenders.
The top choice for James Bond in ChatGPIT’s artificial brain is Superman and The Witcher actor Henry Cavill. ChatGPT says, “He has the looks, charm, and physicality required for Bond. He auditioned for the role before Daniel Craig was cast and is a fan favorite.” Cavill has already played a suave detective in The Man From Uncle, which may work in his favor. Tom Hardy, known for Mad Max: Fury Road and Venom, was the next best choice. ChatGPT said, “Hardy brings a strong intensity and charisma that could redefine Bond as a darker, more thoughtful character.”
Richard Madden, who auditioned heavily for Bond with his sexy cop role in The Bodyguard, was another hot favourite, with Chatbot saying that ‘his ability to play a suave but tough operative made him a natural fit for Bond. Makes it suitable.
The list includes two actors of color, including another fan favorite, Idris Elba. ChatGPT says, “Though a little older than traditional choices, Elba’s sophistication, commanding presence and action credentials make him a strong contender.” ChatGPT reckons the top five is rounded out by Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page, whose ‘gentle, charismatic presence has made him the favorite to bring a new, modern take on Bond.’ Other names suggested by ChatGPT to play 007 included Aaron Taylor-Johnson, James Norton, Cillian Murphy, Luke Evans and Sam Heughan.
Can any Indian actor play James Bond?
If the chatbot is going to choose diverse actors to play the British spy, it raises questions about an Indian actor playing his role as well. “Casting an Indian actor as Bond would be a bold move, and would require the franchise to update the character’s backstory to reflect a new cultural identity. However, Bond’s core characteristics – his mission There is a dedication to, intelligence and a taste for the better. Things in life are universal and can transcend national or racial boundaries.
His top choice among Indian stars to play the role of 007 is Hrithik Roshan, who ChatGPT says has the ‘charisma, sophisticated looks and action experience required for Bond’. Other Bollywood names chosen by ChatGPT include Shahid Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, Farhan Akhtar, Ranveer Singh, Vijay Deverakonda and Aditya Roy Kapur.
