Kylie Minogue has received some good news as she recovers from breast cancer surgery - she's set to become a Bond girl.

According to Internet reports, the ailing Aussie is in negotiations to play a female lead in the upcoming 007 film Casino Royale, and is a red-hot favourite to land the part.

An insider tells LATINOREVIEW.COM, "Producers had hoped to speak with her by now, but she got ill. Chances are there will be discussions soon."

The 21st James Bond film, to be directed by Martin Campbell, is scheduled to start shooting early next year (06).

Producers are still in negotiations for the actor who'll play Bond in the film. Director Campbell is said to favour ER star Goran Visnjic, while Brits Clive Owen and Daniel Craig are fan favourites.

02/06/2005 21:15