"Bait is the story of an Asian actor, Shah Latif, who finds himself lined up to be the next James Bond. The series covers the internet's toxic response to the rumours, using it to dive deep into a conversation about racial palatability, Britishness, ambition and authenticity."
"Shah's ex-girlfriend, forthright film-maker Yasmin, dismisses Shah's dream, describing the MI6 agent as a totem of white neocolonialism. If I played him, he wouldn't be white! protests Shah. Yeah, but you would be, she shoots back."
"Bait doesn't forget to have fun. A lot of it. How are you going to win hearts and minds with your horny meerkat face? prods Shah's cousin Zulfi, played by Guz Khan."
Bait follows Shah Latif, an Asian actor rumored to be the next James Bond, as he navigates the toxic online backlash. The series delves into themes of racial palatability, Britishness, ambition, and authenticity. It features a strong cast of British-Asian actors and balances humor with serious commentary. The narrative includes Shah's interactions with his ex-girlfriend Yasmin, who critiques his aspirations as a reflection of white neocolonialism. Family dynamics and cultural references add depth, making the series both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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