LONDON: Hollywood icon Timothée Chalamet opened up about significant hurdles early in his career.
In interviews with Rolling Stone UK, the actor revealed that he was rejected from major action franchises like Maze Runner and Divergent. The reason? He “didn’t have the right body.”
Despite efforts to gain weight, Chalamet struggled due to his fast metabolism. “I had an agent call me once and say, ‘We’re going to stop submitting you for these bigger projects because you’re not putting on weight,’” Chalamet shared.
The repeated rejections led him to turn to indie films, which became his breakthrough. “I was knocking on one door that wouldn’t open. So I went to what I thought was a more humble door, but it ended up being explosive for me,” he said.
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Chalamet’s decision to focus on smaller projects proved transformative. His role in Call Me By Your Name earned him an Oscar nomination and paved the way for critically acclaimed performances in Lady Bird, Little Women, and Beautiful Boy. These projects not only showcased his versatility but also solidified his position as a rising star.
Eventually, he proved himself in the blockbuster realm, taking on roles in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune series and Wonka. Fans will soon see him portray Bob Dylan in the biopic A Complete Unknown, set to release on December 25.
For the Dylan role, Timothée Chalamet underwent extensive preparation, working with vocal, movement, and dialect coaches. His dedication was evident, with co-stars noting his intense focus on set. “I had three months to play Bob Dylan after five years of preparation. I couldn’t afford to miss a step,” he explained.
