Sacha Baron Cohen says new Ali G film is his last risky comedy

Actor Sacha Baron Cohen announced in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that his new film, Ali G: Who Iz I?, will be his last project in the over-the-top, character-driven comedic style that made him famous. Fox News reported that the 55-year-old actor cited dangerous stunts and severe dehydration on set as the reasons behind his decision to step away from the genre. [1]

Baron Cohen explained that he wants to pursue work that challenges him rather than continuing with extreme comedy roles. Fox News reported that he ruled out making Borat 3, despite describing his latest Ali G project as the most challenging movie he has ever completed. [1]

The Daily Mail reported that the film opens in cinemas today and is distributed by Universal. The outlet added that Baron Cohen dislikes fans dressing up as his characters, leading the distributor to offer only three T-shirts and no other merchandise to promote the release. [2]

Sacha Baron Cohen is an English actor, filmmaker, and comedian. He gained international fame through his satirical characters including Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, Brüno Gehard, and Admiral General Haffaz Aladeen, earning two British Academy Television Awards and three Golden Globes during his career. [8]