Did Malayalam powerhouse Fahadh Faasil almost join Tom Cruise? Rumors are swirling that Faasil auditioned for Alejandro G.

Iñárritu’s upcoming satire, Digger. While Faasil cited scheduling conflicts and accent concerns, fans are convinced the role eventually landed with Riz Ahmed.

As Digger hits theaters in 2026, the industry remains buzzing about this potential "what if" moment in cinematic history.