Hollywood A-lister Tom Hardy spotted filming Guy Ritchie gangster series MobLand

Shoppers were shocked to find Hollywood A-lister Tom Hardy out and about in their neighbourhood, as the star was spotted filming for the second season of Guy Ritchie gangster series, MobLand.

The actor, who plays Harry Da Souza, was seen recording a scene on Hoxton Street, Hackney, last week, alongside Emmett J Scanlan, who features as the head of security for Pierce Brosnan's character, as they both got into a car.

Bülent Cinel, who runs a food cart on the street, was among those who spotted the star and said as a huge fan of the show, he was excited to see the filming unravel - and even got to meet iconic star Hardy.

The 41-year-old said he asked the actor for a photo, and said he was extremely kind throughout the two full days of filming.

“I have a food cart on the street, so I was there selling food and witnessed the filming. I also decided to film and take photos of the event," Bülent said. “Tom Hardy is very kind, humble, and polite. While I was filming him, he also noticed me filming. I enjoy all of his films and series.

“When I asked for permission to take a photo with him, he was very nice and agreed. I am a big fan of him. His personality is very gentle and courteous. I noticed that the same scene was filmed multiple times, which showed me how challenging filming a movie can be. I also observed that the film crew was constantly excited, laughing, and having fun among themselves.”

The second series of MobLand - which features a host of stars including Brosnan and Helen Mirren - is expected to air at the end of this year, or early 2027.