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For Riz Ahmed, Life is a Spy Thriller

May 18, 2026·31 min·7-min readinterviewentertainment
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Riz Ahmed, the acclaimed actor, rapper, and producer, discusses his latest show Bait and his evolving philosophy on storytelling, authenticity, and success in Hollywood. He reveals how the show uses James Bond as a symbol of aspiration while exploring deeper themes of identity, self-love,

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Riz Ahmed

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