In an unexpected twist, Daniel Craig is trading in his iconic James Bond tuxedo for something a little more, shall we say, intimate in his upcoming film, Queer. Directed by the acclaimed Luca Guadagnino—the mastermind behind Call Me by Your Name—the film promises to deliver more than just thrilling plot twists. Craig’s character engages in a same-sex encounter with none other than Omar Apollo, the rising pop star who’s turned heads and dropped pounds to prepare for the role!
Omar, who candidly shared his pre-shoot regimen, revealed, “I had to survive on soup to get in shape for my scene with Daniel.” It sounds like the secret to snagging a steamy role is not just a good diet but also a healthy dose of fear. Apollo mentioned that while the director didn’t specifically tell him to lose weight, the prospect of getting cozy with 007 definitely motivated him to shed a few kilos. He started at over 90 kg but managed to slim down to a lean 82 kg—quite the bonding experience!
But don’t think it’s all just fun and games! Drew Starkey, another star of Queer, described the intimate scenes as “sexy,” while Omar labeled Craig as a “vulnerable legend.” Before filming, the two shared some liquid courage—yep, a little booze and tonic—to calm those pre-scene jitters. Apollo recalled asking Craig, “How do you feel when the camera rolls?” Craig’s response? “To be honest, every time the camera points at me, I’m terrified!” It seems even Bond has his nerves!
But that’s not all! it’s not just Craig and Apollo getting frisky; Starkey and Craig are also heating things up on screen. Set in 1950s Mexico City, Queer follows the story of William Lee (Craig), a lonely American expat navigating a world of colorful clubs and dangerous liaisons, especially after meeting Eugene Allerton (Starkey), a charismatic Navy vet.
In a bid for authenticity, Guadagnino eschewed CGI and body doubles, ensuring that Craig handles all the steamy scenes himself. In fact, a leaked video suggests that the actor has even taken on the role of a “method actor” with some scenes involving Starkey that might raise eyebrows—and temperatures!
So mark your calendars, folks! When Queer hits the big screen, expect a film that’s not just gay in title but one that dives into the depths of human emotion, sizzling connections, and the complexities of love—whether it’s spiced with soup or just plain spicy!
