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[Blind Gossip] While casting the lead role for an upcoming Disney film, an interesting name came up.

They really want someone who is Southeast Asian, Indian or Middle Eastern for the part. It’s a singing part, and one of the names that came up was [Boy Bander]! They like that he can sing and already has millions of fans but then someone made a crack about it not being family-friendly to pay the talent in kilos. A couple of people doubted he would even make it through filming because he has a history of cancelling at the last minute. It wasn’t a hard “No,” but they did move on to the next person pretty quickly.

Wait. Does that mean he’s still in the running?

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[Optional] Good idea to cast him in this role? If not, who would you cast?

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  1. Marvella says

    It’s a shame the kid is so messed up because he would have been perfect for the role. Zayn Malik.

  2. Female says

    Another negative would be all the dope-smoking Zayn does in his videos. Not to mention the R-rated content: the last one, for Still Got Time, was about two steps short of an orgy. Not Disney-friendly.

  3. Carigirl says

    Zayn Malik
    Aladdin
    I would personally go with Bagram Radan. He is Persian, can sing, and he’s a decent actor. Utkarsh Ambudka or Dominic Rains (real name is a Middle Eastern name), would also be decent picks. Necar Zadegan would be good for a mature Jasmine, or, for someone younger, they could choose Dilan Gwyn (Turkish background).

  5. craicmehappy says

    Zayn

    He would have to learn to ENUNCIATE if he wanted to do film or theatre.

  6. whemince says

    Zayn??? I actually think it’s a good idea. He can sing and is good looking
    Too bad he seems to have problems with addiction and I don’t think he is ready

  7. throwsumshade says

    Isn’t this a little hypocritical of Disney? There’s a very long list of past Disney boys and girls with many legal offenses, including drugs, alcohol and so on. Can’t picture Zayn in a Disney film anyway.

  10. purplefluffybunny says

    Zayn from 1D?

    If the rumours about a serious smack addiction are true then no they shouldn’t cast him!

  11. ahmarna says

    Zayn Malik- His dad is Pakistani – He was in One Direction, and has a drug problem.

    Mulan?

  17. Lollipopkid says

    aladdin
    zayn malik
    hmmm maybe, i don’t know… Dev Patel would be amazing, and then they could just dub his singing voice

  19. Female says

    Zayn Malik, formerly of One Direction. Even if he showed up for filming, would he show up to promote the film? He hasn’t done any promotion at all for his last 5 solo singles and they’ve all tanked. “I Don’t Want To Live Forever” would have tanked too if Tay-Tay hadn’t been on it.

  21. SunshineInFiji says

    Film: Aladdin
    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik
    Not a good idea to cast him, he’s a mess!
    If Guy Ritchie can’t find his Aladdin in Hollywood or Broadway, he should give Bollywood a shot.

  23. janique_le_pique says

    Aladdin – Zayn Malik?

    good match but I would prefer a real actor and maybe even a no name so the actor doesnt distract from his role

  26. Nanalana says

    Film: Aladdin
    Boy Bander: Zayn
    Don’t think it is a good idea to cast him, I would cast Avan Jogia.

  32. Avalokitesvara says

    Zayn Malik
    No, his anxiety issues are costing promoters millions.
    DJ Khaled. Yes, he may be American but he and his family emigrated from Pakistan.

  36. AhlenaDilaurentis says

    Aladdin
    Zayn Malik

    I think mustafa ali from WWE is a good fit and he tweeted that he wants to do it

  37. Jelly Drop says

    The film is Aladdin and the Boy Bander is Zayn Malik.

    I think having an established singer lead is good but acting chops are even better. Maybe Dev Pattel?

  40. alystina says

    Zayn as Aladdin
    Not going to lie, I wish he wasn’t such a druggie, he’d be perfect.

  41. dangerouspyt says

    Film Aladdin

    Boybander Zayn Malik

    Yes cast him. He fits the part well. Just have a great Lloyds of London policy

  54. bmoregirl says

    Aladdin
    Zayn Malik

    Not a good idea. He, unfortunately, is an addict. He should have to prove a better track record before rewarding him with the lead in a remake of a much beloved movie.

    Not sure who they should cast, but it would be nice to see them find a talented “unknown”.

  59. mona lisas and mad hatters says

    Aladdin – live action version

    Zayn Malik

    ZM – Unlikely. Very un-Disney-like rec habits.

    Disney should look closely at Avan Jogia.

  60. skatykats says

    I’m guessing this is Aladdin and zayn Malik.
    If only Aamir Khan were younger, he would be perfect. Dev Patel would be a solid choice too, but I’m sure there is a TON of undiscovered talent.

  61. Warrior1461 says

    Film: Possible Live Action Aladdin (clue being the middle eastern part)

    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik

  63. britnic says

    Film: not sure, live action Aladdin maybe
    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik

    I don’t think it’s a good idea, it’s reported he’s unreliable, has an alleged drug problem and often cancels it would cause trouble with filming schedule, I doubt he’d be able to even complete filming

    I personally wouldn’t want to see it just because he is in it but understand he does have quite a following

  68. stolidog says

    Zayne mallik ( I can’t believe I know that…)
    No idea, unfortunately, who I would cast since that demographic seems woefully underrepresented in Hollywood

  73. brooney says

    Film: Mulan

    Boy Bander: Zayn

    [Optional] Good idea to cast him in this role? If not, who would you cast? Nope. He is way too strung out on drugs. It’s only a matter of time before he disappears, unless he finds help but it doesn’t seem likely.

  82. MissELace says

    Film : Aladdin

    Boy Bander: Zayn

    Optional: No, it would be stunt casting. Cast an actual actor who will commit to the part.

  86. Realistic says

    Aladdin
    Zayn Malik

    Not a good idea cuz he probably can’t act and probably wouldn’t show up to film. They should go with Avan Jogia for the titular role.

  87. am2016 says

    It must be Zayn

    What a cool idea! But what will they do if he’ll die of overdose during the filming?

  89. OrCogal says

    Zayn M

    “Cancelling at the last minute”…..cancelled an engagement

    “Running”…..running away from his One Direction days

    His father is Pakistani?

  91. gemini1993 says

    Im guessing the movie is aladdin and its zayn bad idea to cast him they would need a lot of makeup and damage control to make him look like he isnt coked up

    • buddypal says

      Oh wait, it’s probably the Aladdin Musical, duh. Too bad, Zayn would be perfect if he wasn’t a drug addict. 🙁

  107. Kimmie81 says

    Disney and Guy Richie’s live action Aladdin

    Zayn

    Avan Jogia would be a great choice.

  109. karenleigh says

    Definitely Zayn from 1D but since Jade from Little Mix is rumoured to be playing Jasmine this couldn’t work anyway cos of his history with Perrie?!

  111. CanaryCry says

    Zayn Malik for the live action remake of Aladdin? “(P)ay him in kilos” sounds appropriate enough …

  112. DreaDay681 says

    Live Action Alladin
    Zayn Malik
    No, do not cast him. I could see Dev Patel or Aziz Azan in this role.

  114. GretaGuesses says

    Idk the film, but the boy bander who has a history of canceling is Zayn Malik. The pay in kilograms refers to his alleged use of cocaine…kilograms of coke.

  118. Bushwalker says

    Film: Aladdin
    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik

    Optional: I’m not sure about his acting skills, but he is a good singer and very popular among teenagers.

  119. troitoy says

    Film: Aladdin
    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik

    It’s a shame because he would DEFINITELY be the perfect pick

  122. mizzec says

    Film: Aladdin

    Boy Bander: Zayn Malik

    [Optional] Good idea to cast him in this role? If not, who would you cast? Maybe it’s the kick in the pants he needs to get his * together!

  123. mellowj says

    Aladdin

    Zayn

    I wouldn’t cast he as he seems too unreliable at present. Can’t think of anyone to cast either.

  125. amagod121 says

    Uhhh, Alladin?

    Zayn Malik.

    Eh feh. He’s too milquetoasty looking. What about a swarthy Italiano? They can look the part and make a gal drool!

    • habahobaboom says

      So southeast asian and a middle eastern men don’t make gals drool?

      Please not Zayn! Idk who is the right choice and i don’t mind new faces, but i do hope they do cast someone with the right ethnicity, only bc most of those guys usually get crapy roles in movies and it would be nice to see one cast as Aladdin.

    • amelia_bedalia says

      Umm maybe because Aladdin is set in what is v clearly supposed to be the Middle East or the general area which =/= Italian?

    • kspeedian says

      You say “very clearly supposed to be,” as if it’s implied where the film takes place and the OPENING song isn’t called “Arabian Nights”. Lol totally agree w you, just sayin they say it’s Arab(ia) within the first minute, literally lol. & if Zayn could act & be responsible, then I’d say go for it as he’s a handsome young man of Middle Eastern heritage who can sing… BUT thats not the case. Plus, we’ve learned looking the part does not always make for good character-representation,…

    • kspeedian says

      That came off wrong: I mean casting Zayn whether or not he can act just bc he looks the part would be foolish when there are plenty of handsome Arab(or Arab heritage) men, who I’m sure can sing too… and if not… there’s always auto tune. Ask Emma Watson.

    • boyzmom says

      Umm, amelia_bedalia, Middle Eastern is definitely not Italian lol. You’re thinking of Mediterranean

  130. jessicafletcher says

    the dude from one direction? and HELL NO I swear can these guys just go away. I swear it’s bad enough that the one with the long hair is in dunkirk next to actual talented actors. they were horrible on x factor and they are horrible now. all of their solo singles are boring.

    maybe start casting talent instead of popularity for a change hollywood. get the actor that fits don’t fit someone in just because you think the fanboys and girls will come running. maybe then we’d have more decent…

    • ninanicole says

      I love history so I’m mot exactly excited to sit next to screaming fangirls but Christopher Nolan said that Harry earned that part, he even wrote more for the character bc he was so good. It definitely wasn’t bc CN needs a boybander to pull in crowds lmao.

    • yo1774 says

      Frankly i can’t see someone like Christopher Nolan casting him just because he is famous.
      Harry is a smart guy, he probably want to introduce himself in films just playing small roles.

    • ariadne223 says

      Oh lord, I agree with this post so much. How awful to cast a bland, manufactured boy bander beside such talented actors! Nolan is overrated for me but I thought he had some damn sense.