Hollywood star Idris Elba is reported to have walked away from talks to be the next James Bond after being named favourite to replace Daniel Craig. Elba is instead reportedly set to pursue "his own film franchise," though has apparently suggested other suitable 007s to producer Barbara Broccoli, reports aceshowbiz.

Idris Elba walks away from playing James Bond. Here are the favourites now

Ever dreamt of owning one-of-a-kind memorabilia of the most-famous reel spy in Hollywood James Bond? Well, as the franchise gets ready to complete 60 years of a successful run, a British auction house is putting up hundreds of items from the James Bond films on sale.

James Bond DB5 stunt car, Tom Ford suit and more on sale on biggest-ever official 007 auction

Hollywood star Ana de Armas is setting the records straight. The actress who will soon be seen in 'The Gray Man' recently spoke about her stint in Daniel Craig's final Bond film 'No Time To Die' and even weighed in on the conversation on whether the new Bond should be a woman or not.

Ana de Armas on a woman playing James Bond next: There's no need

Last week, actor Miles Teller’s grandmother shared an adorable tweet to pitch her grandson for the role of James Bond as Daniel Craig has retired. In no time, the post went viral and netizens gushed over the granny's sweet move.

Miles Teller has the best reaction to his granny campaigning for him to be the next James Bond

The last 'James Bond' movie, titled 'No Time to Die', proved to be an emotional, entertaining and action-packed swan song for English actor Daniel Craig's interpretation of the fictional spy.

James Bond producer says the character is undergoing 'reinvention'. Here's why

Free speech absolutism might backfire when it comes to increasing the company’s user base and profits. The Tesla co-founder and chief executive Elon Musk is set to shortly become the new owner of a slightly used social media platform with more than 217 million daily users.

Making Twitter more of a cesspool makes no business sense

Actor Idris Elba is on the James Bond producers’ radar! There has been a lot of speculation about who will be the next 007, and now the franchise producer has revealed that she has been considering Elba for the secret agent role.

Idris Elba to be the next James Bond? Producer Barbara Broccoli reacts

Tom Holland, Spider-Man actor had some ideas for the next James Bond but looks like his suggestions were not taken into account. As search for the next James Bond is in full swing considering Daniel Craig leaving the franchise, Tom pitched where 007 should go next.

Tom Holland pitched a 007 idea to James Bond makers but looks like it wasn't taken up

Chinese state mouthpiece Xinhua has released a James Bond spoof to mock concerns about Chinese espionage. British spy chief Richard Moore has responded and thanked China for "free publicity". Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese "James Pond" trivialises concerns about Chinese espionage

Daniel Craig, one of the most popular actors to have played the famous James Bond on screen has received a title that his onscreen character to has received. At the UK's annual New Year Honours List, Craig has been made a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG), for his contribution to film, including portraying Bond five times.

Daniel Craig matches up to his character James Bond as he receives same British honour

British actress Naomie Harris, who plays Eve Moneypenny in the James Bond franchise has opened up about her #MeToo story. The actress recently revealed that a 'huge, huge star' groped her years back during an audition.

'James Bond' star Naomie Harris reveals a 'huge star' had groped her during an audition

A few months back Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds had caused a bit of a stir when he hinted at being the next James Bond. Several fans of the hit franchise were taken aback when Ryan during an interview had said, "hear they're looking for a new Bond.

Ryan Reynolds clears the air about his casting as the new James Bond

The latest James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ might be the highest-grossing Hollywood movie of the year 2021, it is also the most pirated one. From November 15- 21, No Time To Die and Amazon’s adaptation of the Robert Jordan fantasy novel ‘The Wheel of Time’ was the most pirated.

‘No Time To Die’, ‘Wheel Of Time’ are the most-pirated film/shows

This year’s biggest film was the recently released James Bond film, ‘No Time To Die’ and while it made its money at the box office, the film is said to also have lost a major chunk of what could have added to its overall performance at the theatres.

James Bond to lose millions despite being highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2021?

The 52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is paying a special tribute to Sir Sean Connery, the first actor to portray the most famous fictional British spy, James Bond on the big screen.

IFFI pays tribute to Sir Sean Connery, the first James Bond on screen

A London school has introduced a module on 'white privilege in the curriculum in an apparent move to sensitise the students about a social issue that still creates tension in western societies.

London school adds 'white privilege' course, will discuss Meghan Markle, James Bond

‘No Time To Die’ actor Daniel Craig’s time as the world’s most famous spy, James Bond, was very special. The actor who came to The Tonight Show on Tuesday, opened up about his emotional farewell from the film and the James Bond set after having played the iconic hero for several years now.

Daniel Craig remembers his emotional James Bond farewell on the Tonight Show

Daniel Craig prefers going to gay bars. James Bond actor recently opened up about his choice in bars and revealed that he prefers going out to gay bars to avoid “the aggressive d*** swinging in hetero bars”.

Here's why James Bond actor Daniel Craig loves going to gay bars

Despite the hype around the 25th film of James Bond- 'No Time To Die' got a lacklustre response at the US box office as it debuted at $56 million. Trade pundits state that the film fell somewhat short of expectations and signalled that even one of the most storied brands in film history is still being forced to contend with a moviegoing landscape that has been dramatically altered by the pandemic.

US gives James Bond a lukewarm response as 'No Time To Die' makes $56 million

Amid tensions between the US and China, ambassador Qin Gang said that the US shouldn't go by the "cold war playbook, travestied from 007 movies" and it should just be left to Hollywood.

US shouldn't use cold war playbook like James Bond 007 movies: Chinese ambassador

British cinema chains will enjoy the luxury of full houses this weekend thanks to the enduring allure of the James Bond franchise, but their challenge is to make movie-going a habit again after the coronavirus pandemic.

No Time To Die: British cinemas banking on James Bond boost

Daniel Craig will be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The honour will be bestowed on the 53-year-old actor just ahead of 'No Time To Die' release in theatres.

'James Bond' actor Daniel Craig to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

More than a year and a half ago, Daniel Craig and I met at the Museum of Modern Art to talk about his final James Bond movie, “No Time to Die,” and bid farewell to that suave superspy he’d been playing since 2006.

Ladies and gentlemen, Daniel Craig

'No Time To Die' is Daniel Craig's last outing as the famous spy James Bond. After Craig, who will take on the role in the upcoming films. Here's a look at five probable names.

Daniel Craig bows out with 'No Time To Die'; who will play the new James Bond

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