• Timothee Chalamet is set to portray Bob Dylan in the upcoming biopic 'A Complete Unknown'.
• Chalamet, initially unfamiliar with Dylan's work, has developed a deep admiration for the musician.
• The film, based on Elijah Wald's 'Dylan Goes Electric', is a fictional retelling of Dylan's rise to fame.
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• A Complete Unknown' is set for release on December 25th in the United States and January 17th, 2025, in the United Kingdom.

Hollywood star Timothee Chalamet, celebrated for his roles in 'Call Me By Your Name', 'Dune' and 'Little Women', is set to take on a new challenge. He will be portraying the legendary musician Bob Dylan in the upcoming biopic 'A Complete Unknown'. The film will chronicle Dylan's meteoric rise to fame, capturing the essence of his cultural impact.

Chalamet, who initially knew little about Dylan's career and cultural impact, has since developed a profound respect for the musician. He admitted on 'The Graham Norton Show', I didn't know much about Dylan but now, having worked on it for so long, I really worship at the church of Bob. I am deeply passionate about this man and his work. My friends are tired of hearing me talk about him ad nauseam. This man has been so impactful on culture, and this film and this role are the ones I am most proud of."

Chalamet's Transformation and Dylan's Approval

Despite his newfound admiration, Chalamet has yet to meet Dylan, who is described as an elusive mysterious figure, as well as a man of few words". He commented, I am very respectful that it is true to his character that I would never get to meet him". However, he has received Dylan's seal of approval. In a social media post, Dylan, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, expressed his confidence in Chalamet's portrayal of him in the film.

The biopic was initially set to begin production in 2019 but faced delays due to the coronavirus pandemic and later the actors' strike. Chalamet, reflecting on the delays, expressed his eagerness to sing and play the songs live. He has been seen channeling Dylan's looks over the years, including blonde hair at the New York premiere, a tribute to Dylan's appearance at the Sundance Film Festival back in 2003.

The Film's Reception and Release

The film is based on Elijah Wald's 'Dylan Goes Electric', a book that came out in 2015. It's a fantastic retelling of events from the early '60s that led up to the fiasco at Newport. However, Wald has attended two advance screenings of A Complete Unknown and stated that the film has virtually nothing in it that's from his book. The film is fiction.

Chalamet's transformation for the role has been a topic of discussion, with the actor even copying Dylan's outfit, walking the red carpet in a Celine leather jacket, red flannel shirt, a grey plaid scarf, and a blue marled beanie. This method dressing was a final nod to the iconic character he played.

The film, directed by James Mangold, also stars US actress Elle Fanning as love interest Sylvie Russo. Chalamet received a Golden Globe nod for best actor in a motion picture drama for his role, while the film has been tipped for best picture. 'A Complete Unknown' is set for release on December 25th in the United States and January 17th, 2025, in the United Kingdom.