Lenny Kravitz Joins the 007 Franchise as Charismatic Bond Villain Bawma
Grammy-winning musician Lenny Kravitz is set to take on a new role, one that's far removed from his music career. In an exciting announcement at The Game Awards last night, it was revealed that Kravitz will be playing the role of Bawma, a villainous character in the upcoming video game 007: First Light.
Bawma is described as "the largest black-market dealer in the Western Hemisphere who's as charismatic as he is unpredictable." According to Kravitz, this enigmatic figure rose from nothing and built his own Kingdom of Aleph, making him a formidable foe for James Bond. The musician's portrayal of Bawma will bring a magnetic energy to the character, making him both captivating and menacing.
Kravitz expressed his excitement about stepping into the 007 franchise with a brand-new character like Bawma. He stated that he was drawn to the complexity and unpredictability of this role, adding, "There's danger in him, but also heart and purpose." The musician believes that Bawma will be a compelling addition to the 007 universe.
The video game, 007: First Light, promises to deliver an immersive third-person story-driven action-adventure experience. Set in a 26-year-old Bond's origin story, it will feature Patrick Gibson as the younger James Bond alongside Kravitz's portrayal of Bawma.
Other notable cast members include Gemma Chan, Priyanga Burford, Kiera Lester, Alastair Mackenzie, Lennie James, and Noemie Nakai. Although a release date has yet to be announced, 007: First Light is expected to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in 2026.
Kravitz's acting credits include notable roles in films like The Hunger Games series as Cinna and a supporting role in last year's black comedy, The Trainer. His recent performance with Dua Lipa at Madison Square Garden showcased his versatility as a performer.
With Kravitz on board, fans of the 007 franchise can look forward to an electrifying experience that combines music, action, and intrigue.
Grammy-winning musician Lenny Kravitz is set to take on a new role, one that's far removed from his music career. In an exciting announcement at The Game Awards last night, it was revealed that Kravitz will be playing the role of Bawma, a villainous character in the upcoming video game 007: First Light.
Bawma is described as "the largest black-market dealer in the Western Hemisphere who's as charismatic as he is unpredictable." According to Kravitz, this enigmatic figure rose from nothing and built his own Kingdom of Aleph, making him a formidable foe for James Bond. The musician's portrayal of Bawma will bring a magnetic energy to the character, making him both captivating and menacing.
Kravitz expressed his excitement about stepping into the 007 franchise with a brand-new character like Bawma. He stated that he was drawn to the complexity and unpredictability of this role, adding, "There's danger in him, but also heart and purpose." The musician believes that Bawma will be a compelling addition to the 007 universe.
The video game, 007: First Light, promises to deliver an immersive third-person story-driven action-adventure experience. Set in a 26-year-old Bond's origin story, it will feature Patrick Gibson as the younger James Bond alongside Kravitz's portrayal of Bawma.
Other notable cast members include Gemma Chan, Priyanga Burford, Kiera Lester, Alastair Mackenzie, Lennie James, and Noemie Nakai. Although a release date has yet to be announced, 007: First Light is expected to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in 2026.
Kravitz's acting credits include notable roles in films like The Hunger Games series as Cinna and a supporting role in last year's black comedy, The Trainer. His recent performance with Dua Lipa at Madison Square Garden showcased his versatility as a performer.
With Kravitz on board, fans of the 007 franchise can look forward to an electrifying experience that combines music, action, and intrigue.
! This dude's got more charisma in his pinky finger than most actors have in their whole being, you feel? I mean, he's already a rockstar and now he's gonna bring that energy to this villainous character... it's gonna be lit 
. The fact that he's drawn to Bawma's complexity and unpredictability is music to my ears (pun intended). Kravitz's got this "danger in him, but also heart and purpose" vibe going on, which I think is exactly what the 007 universe needs right now. Can't wait to see how it all comes together in 2026 
. I love how he's talking about the complexity of the character, like there's this "danger in him, but also heart and purpose" vibe going on 
. And can we talk about how cool it is that he's taking on a new role like this? Musician to Bond villain, what a power move! 
I'm all in for this 007: First Light game, it's gonna be lit 
. Don't get me wrong, he's a talented musician, but I'm not convinced he'd be the best fit for a Bond villain. And what's with the character description – "charismatic and unpredictable"? Sounds like a mix of Tom Hiddleston and Idris Elba, just without the coolness 
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Plus, I'm still on the fence about the whole "third-person story-driven action-adventure" thing... not a fan of games that try to cram too much into one experience 
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. Bring me some gameplay footage or at least a decent trailer and maybe – just maybe – I'll be swayed 
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so fingers crossed it brings a fresh perspective to the table 
OMG u guys I'm so hyped about this!!! Lenny Kravitz is literally going to be the coolest Bond villain ever - Bawma sounds like a total boss 
! Can't wait for 007: First Light to drop in 2026. The fact that he's bringing his own energy and charisma to the role is gonna make this game SOOOO interesting 
. Can't wait to see how this all plays out, especially with Patrick Gibson as the young Bond 
. plus, 007: first light sounds like an amazing game - all that action and intrigue is gonna keep me on the edge of my seat 
I need to see him bring that charisma to the screen ASAP! And can we talk about how awesome it is that he's bringing his own energy to this role? Musician turned Bond villain? This is gonna be GOOD 
, and a new bond origin story? that's some exciting stuff 
. It's cool that they're mixing things up with a new character, too - no more Bond's same old bad guys 
. I'm excited to see how this whole 007: First Light thing shakes out! With Kravitz on board and Patrick Gibson as the young Bond, it's gonna be an epic ride 
. And let's not forget the cast - Gemma Chan, Priyanga Burford... it's like a who's who of awesome 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to play a character with heart and purpose? 
. The cast looks amazing too! 
. Can't wait to see how it all comes together in 2026 
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