Sean Connery

The hunt for the next James Bond has officially begun, with Amazon MGM Studios enlisting acclaimed casting director Nina Gold to find Daniel Craig's successor. Denis Villeneuve is set to direct the upcoming film, tentatively titled Bond 26, marking the first installment under Amazon's ownership of the iconic franchise.

Recent high-profile art thefts, like the Matisse heist in Parma and the French Crown Jewels incident, mirror cinematic portrayals of sophisticated, almost performative crimes. These real-life events, echo Hollywood's fascination with art heists, where the thrill lies in the puzzle and deception, not in the victimless nature of the crime.

Paresh Rawal hilariously replied to a comparison between his Uri role and R. Madhavan’s in Dhurandhar, joking, “Didn't smoke but broke the phones.” Fans loved it. Meanwhile, Madhavan and Ranveer faced backlash over alleged smoking scenes in Dhurandhar 2, which director Aditya Dhar clarified involved AI-generated images respecting the Sikh community.

Legendary actor Sean Connery, who rose from poverty to global stardom, embodied the idea that challenges reveal true potential. His life, from working-class beginnings to iconic roles like James Bond, proved that embracing difficulty unlocks greatness. Connery's enduring legacy highlights how overcoming obstacles, not comfort, brings out the best in individuals, a lesson he lived and shared.

Sean Connery, the first actor to essay the iconic character of James Bond, passed away at the age of 90, reported BBC. He starred in six James Bond movies, namely - 'Dr No', 'From Russia with Love', 'Goldfinger', Thunderball', 'You Only Live Twice' and 'Diamonds Are Forever'.

Legendary actor Sean Connery, who was the first to play the stylish spy James Bond, passed away at the age of 90. Tributes poured in for the iconic actor on social media, Abhishek Bachchan shared, “We’ve lost another legend today. After watching Highlander I hoped he’d remain immortal. He will live on through his immense work. #RIP Sean Connery. There will never be a better Bond than you.”

James Bond actor Daniel Craig on Saturday (local time) in a statement paid tribute to the original 007, Sir Sean Connery after his demise.

After winning accolades for his performance in ‘Shaitan’, his next film ‘Fever’ will bring forth the Sean Connery side of Rajeev to the screen.

Several actors and technicians took to Twitter to offer condolences to their favourite Bond hero

Did you know that Sir Sean Connery passed on the chance to play the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecter in 'The Silence of the Lambs'? He found the script too revolting for his taste. Initially, director Jonathan Demme had his eye on Connery, inspired by his charisma and depth.

Said the reigning Bond Daniel Craig when we asked him about his favourite Bond in an interview for Bombay Times during Skyfall.

Hollywood actor Kevin Costner has honoured late legendary actor Sean Connery, calling him the biggest star.

Legendary Scottish actor Sean Connery who found international fame as Hollywood’s original James Bond has breathed his last in Nassau, the Bahamas. In an illustrious career spanning for five decades, Sean enjoyed the status of a respected actor and a bankable star with an Oscar in 1988 for his terrific performance in The Untouchables.

A viral Instagram video of Sean Connery, Roger Moore, and Michael Caine at the 1989 Oscars has sparked nostalgia. The legendary British actors shared a humorous moment on stage, playfully interacting while announcing nominees. This throwback highlights the enduring charisma of Connery and Moore, two of the most beloved James Bond actors, and their significant impact on cinema.

Sue Vanner says Sean Connery was the best James Bond, even though she co-starred with Roger Moore in 'The Spy Who Loved Me'.

The retrospective will include Goldfinger (1964), From Russia with Love (1963), The Hunt For Red October (1990), You Only Live Twice (1967) and (below) The Untouchables (1987)

Hollywood star Harrison Ford has paid tributes to late Sean Connery, who played his on-screen father in the 1989 movie 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade'.

Coming to the genre of detective, or spy films, Feluda could be (or has been often compared to as) the Bengali counterpart of James Bond. These two characters- although fundamentally different from each other- Feluda- dutiful, deferential, Bond- a debonair-have aroused same sort of enthusiasm over the decades among the cine-goers.

The veteran actor remembers the original James Bond.

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan and costume designer Bhanu Athaiya were among late screen icons who were paid tribute along with Sean Connery, Christopher Plummer and Chadwick Boseman, at the 93rd Academy Awards on Monday.

Director Guy Hamilton, who worked with Sean Connery on 'Goldfinger' and 'Diamonds are Forever', passed away at 93

American actor and 'Saturday Night Live' star Darrell Hammond paid tribute to Sean Connery, who died at age 90.

James Bond star Sean Connery urged his fellow Scots on Sunday to vote for independence in their referendum later this year, saying it was an opportunity “too good to miss”.

Soon after the death of Connery on October 31, a fake letter is doing the rounds on social media in which Connery is said to be rejecting an offer made by Steve Jobs to appear in an Apple commercial. The letter claims that Connery told Jobs: “You are a computer salesman, I am f***king JAMES BOND!”

Is former chief minister O Panneerselvam bigger than even Sean Connery, the famous Scottish actor, well-known for his portrayal of James Bond? Finance minister D Jayakumar appears to think so.

The 52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will pay special tribute to Hollywood legend Sean Connery, the first actor to portray iconic British spy James Bond, by screening five of his most loved films.