Rosamund Pike has revealed a hilarious mix-up from her time filming Die Another Day alongside Pierce Brosnan. While shooting a romantic scene, the young actress believed she was accidentally waxing Brosnan’s chest, but the truth was far less painful.
During a recent conversation on David Tennant’s podcast, Pike spoke about her first major Hollywood role as Miranda Frost in the 2002 James Bond film. At just 22, she was still new to the industry and unfamiliar with some behind-the-scenes tricks of the trade, including the use of nipple covers and body tape during intimate scenes.
One particular scene involved Pike and Brosnan on a bed covered in faux fur. After filming a take, she noticed hair stuck to her body tape and immediately assumed she had been pulling it off Brosnan’s chest.
Rosamund Pike as Miranda Frost – The Bond actress thought she was accidentally waxing Pierce Brosnan’s chest during an intimate sceneGetty Images
“I was mortified,” Pike shared. “I thought, ‘Oh no, with every take I’m ripping out this poor man’s chest hair.’”
For a few moments, she was convinced she had been unknowingly subjecting Brosnan to an impromptu waxing session. But after multiple takes, she finally realised the culprit was not the actor’s chest hair, it was the fake fur from the bed itself.
“I literally thought I was waxing the poor man’s chest,” she laughed.
Despite the initial panic, Pike recalled Brosnan as a complete gentleman throughout the process. Even with their significant age gap, Brosnan was 49 at the time, while Pike was in her early 20s, he remained supportive and professional, making the experience more comfortable for his co-star.
Rosamund Pike once refused to strip down for an audition to ensure she had control over her career from the startGetty Images
This wasn’t the only unusual moment Pike faced during her Bond journey. She also recalled an early audition experience where she was asked to drop her dress and appear in her underwear. Feeling uncomfortable with the request, she refused and instead insisted on performing in a gown she had brought from home.
That decision didn’t hold her back though. She secured the role and went on to build an impressive career, starring in films like Gone Girl, Jack Reacher, and Saltburn.
Rosamund Pike once mistook fake fur for Pierce Brosnan’s chest hairGetty Images
Meanwhile, speculation continues about the next actor to take on the role of James Bond, with names like Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Henry Cavill circulating as potential candidates. Brosnan himself has hinted that he wouldn’t be opposed to a return, joking that he could still pull it off “in a pinch.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire
Rahul Bhatt sparks controversy over 'insensitive' remarks about sisters Alia and Pooja Bhatt
Rahul Bhatt, fitness trainer and son of veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial remarks about his half-sister, Alia Bhatt. In a recent interview, Rahul drew comparisons between Alia and their older sister Pooja Bhatt, calling the latter more talented, attractive, and principled.
The comments, which many have labelled inappropriate and insensitive, have sparked widespread criticism online. During the interview, Rahul stated, “In my opinion, she (Alia) is not even half of what my real sister Pooja is. Not in talent, not in looks, not in terms of being sexy. In front of my sister, she is ‘paani kam chai’ (watery tea). Amongst the siblings, the most talented and the most moralistic is Pooja.”
Social media users reacted strongly, questioning why Rahul would compare his sisters in such personal terms. Several users were particularly disturbed by his reference to their appearance and sex appeal, pointing out that such comparisons within a family cross boundaries of propriety. One comment read, “This is disturbing. Why talk about your sisters like that? It’s not just weird, it’s wrong.” Another post said, “There’s nothing respectful about comparing your siblings’ attractiveness in public.”
The backlash also reignited conversation around a decades-old controversy involving Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. Rahul was asked about the infamous 1990s magazine cover where the father-daughter duo shared a kiss, which had stirred public outrage at the time. Dismissing the criticism, Rahul said, “It doesn’t make any difference. It’s like water off a duck’s back. We know the truth, and we’ve seen everything since childhood.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire, with critics saying it reflects a broader issue of the Bhatt family being insensitive to public perception and boundaries. Many users questioned the need for bringing up old incidents in a bid to defend new and equally questionable statements.
As of now, neither Alia Bhatt nor Pooja Bhatt has issued any public response to Rahul’s remarks. Both actors, known for their significant contributions to Indian cinema, have typically kept family matters private despite living in the public eye.
This episode has also sparked debate over the role of public figures in maintaining respect when discussing family matters in the media. Observers say such comments, especially when involving women’s appearance and personal qualities, reinforce problematic attitudes and fuel unnecessary controversies.
While Rahul Bhatt is not as prominent in the entertainment industry as his father or sisters, his comments have made headlines and placed the Bhatt family in the spotlight for reasons beyond their creative work. For many, this serves as a reminder that public platforms come with responsibility, and that family ties should not be trivialised or dissected for attention or comparison.
The backlash is unlikely to subside soon, especially as fans and followers of Alia and Pooja continue to express disappointment over the way the situation has unfolded. Whether or not Rahul chooses to clarify or apologise remains to be seen.