In both the novel and the film, however, Le Chiffre lands himself in hot water after losing a sizable amount of his clients' money, forcing him to hold a high-stakes poker game (baccarat in the novel) where he has a chance of winning back the lost cash. In the book, Le Chiffre runs finances for various Soviet projects and activities, but was reimagined for the 2006 movie, becoming a 'private banker for the world's terrorists,' as Judi Dench's M puts it. Of course, not everything from the novel made it into the film, but for the most part, 'Royale' was about as faithful to a Fleming book as a Bond movie had ever been, right down to the antagonist, Le Chiffre, played by Mads Mikkelsen. The Le Chiffre character - whom Bond author Ian Fleming is said to have based on British occultist Aleister Crowley - was played by Orson Welles in the 1967 film of Casino Royale.The first Bond book in the series, 'Royale' was actually the 21st Bond movie, and saw longtime 007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. The role of Bond girl Vesper Lynd has yet to be cast, though names currently in the frame include Kingdom of Heaven actress Eva Green and Olivia Wilde from TV series The OC.Ĭampbell's announcement follows reports that Mikkelsen's father, a taxi driver, had told his customers his son had won the role of the Bond villain. The production moves to the Bahamas later this week. Mikkelsen, 40, is best known for his role as Tristan in King Arthur and for playing an ex-convict in Danish drama Pusher II: With Blood On My Hands.ĭaniel Craig plays 007 in the 21st film in the series. Mikkelsen's films include Pusher II, Open Hearts and King Arthurĭanish actor Mads Mikkelsen has been cast as the villain Le Chiffre in the latest James Bond film, Casino Royale.ĭirector Martin Campbell announced his casting at a press conference held at the Czech Republic's Barrandov Studios.

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