Los Angeles, May 24 -- Hollywood actor Idris Elba has finally cleared the air surrounding reports of him being considered to play the next James Bond.

Over the past one decade, the actor has been speculated of being in the race as the British spy.

Speaking to People, Idris Elba, who was present for the premiere of his new film, 'Masters of the Universe', clarified that the makers have been looking for a younger actor.

"My name's not getting thrown out, no way. They're going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can't wait -- it's going to be amazing. I'm honestly not in the race ever. I wasn't in the race in the first place," he said, as quoted by People.

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