British royals joined Daniel ‘Bond’ Craig, Lea Seydoux, and the cast of ‘No Time To Die’ on the red carpet for the new James Bond film’s world premiere on Tuesday.
A glittering event marked the movie’s release after multiple delays caused by the pandemic.
‘No Time No Die’ is the 25th Bond film, fifth and final movie featuring Craig as 007, ANI reported from London.
Craig, who turned up in a colourful and dapper suit for the red carpet at the Royal Albert Hall, said he was relieved that the film was finally making its way to cinemas.
“A year ago, this was just a dream. I didn’t look like we’d get here. But we have and I’m just happy that we’re here and we can celebrate with everybody,” he said.
Singer Finneas O’Connell, singer Billie Eilish, actor Rami Malek, actor Phoebe Waller-Bridge, director Cary Fakunaga, and cast members Ana de Armas, Lashana Lynch, and Naomie Harris posed during the world premiere of the ‘No Time To Die’.
Prince Charles, his wife Camilla, Prince William, and his wife Kate the Duchess of Cambridge made a rare joint appearance at the premiere, and Kate stole the show with a sparkling gold cape dress by designer Jenny Packham.
Actor Rami Malek, who joins the franchise as villain Safin, later met the royals. He was joined by Lashana Lynch, who plays the first Black female 00 agents Nomi, and Naomie Harris, who returns as Moneypenny.
Health care workers and members of Britain’s armed forces were among those invited to Tuesday’s premiere in thanks for their work during the pandemic.
The film will be released in the UK. cinemas on September 30.