In Hollywood, few roles leave a mark as indelible as playing an icon. The weight of embodying someone who not only defines a generation but becomes a symbol of the career they carry out can last long after the cameras stop rolling. For Rami Malek, stepping into Freddie Mercury's shoes in Bohemian Rhapsody was one such opportunity. However, even with the global admiration for the film, he has now revealed a surprising perspective on it.

As Rami Malek reflected on the film that catapulted him to superstardom in a recent interview, he shared whether the idea of returning as Freddie Mercury ever crosses his mind.

Rami Malek spoke to Variety during his TIFF press activities recently, sharing that while he is extremely proud of Bohemian Rhapsody, the 2018 film in which he portrayed Freddie Mercury, he does not "like looking back" in his career. The actor emphasized his love for moving forward in his conversation with the outlet, saying embracing new challenges, such as his latest project, Nuremberg, is what keeps him going. Malek’s focus, according to his account, remains on exploring diverse roles rather than revisiting past successes.

Bohemian Rhapsody, as mentioned earlier, was a career-defining moment for Rami Malek, earning him the Academy Award for Best Actor and a Golden Globe. The role showcased Malek’s extraordinary dedication to his craft and his chameleon-like abilities in adapting to Freddie Mercury’s physical as well as vocal mannerisms, allowing him to command the stage just like the late singer. The film was a commercial juggernaut too, grossing over $900 million worldwide and becoming a phenomenon for its electrifying portrayal of Queen’s music and Mercury’s life. Meanwhile, amid Malek’s comments on him always looking ahead in his career, taking a look at his aforementioned new film becomes essential.

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Rami Malek trades stage for courtroom, preparing to mesmerize audiences in a chilling Nazi trial drama next

Nuremberg, an upcoming American historical drama directed by James Vanderbilt, has its TIFF premiere today and is set for release on November 7. Based on Jack El-Hai’s 2013 book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, the film stars Rami Malek as mental health doctor Douglas Kelley, tasked with assessing whether Hermann Göring, the second most influential figure of the Nazi Party, played by Russell Crowe, is fit to stand criminal trial. The ensemble cast also includes Leo Woodall, John Slattery, Mark O’Brien, Colin Hanks, and more.

As Rami Malek embarks on this next chapter of his career, his transition from the flamboyant energy of Freddie Mercury to the sobering weight of Nuremberg underscores his determination to continue evolving as an artist. With Nazis back in the spotlight in recent times through both popular culture references and dramatizations, Malek’s soon-to-be-released effort adds a fresh layer to the conversation. Whether commanding a stage or a courtroom, he continues proving that reinvention remains his most powerful performance.

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