It all started when some topless images of the actor appeared on Twitter, which whipped Aladdin lovers into a frenzy, with many commenting on the casting choice.

One Twitter user joked they would be now be supporting “Team Jafar”, writing: “This is who they cast as Jafar in the live action movie @aladdin? I'm Team Jafar all the way now, goodnight folks“.

Another agreed, saying: “This man is the new Jafar in the live action version of #Aladdin? Um, I may have to root for the bad guy! #drool #MarwanKenzari”

Everyone's obsessed with Aladdin's newest cast member - but not for the reason you'd think