Sydney-born actor Josh Heuston is making waves in the sci-fi world with his role in the highly anticipated Dune: Prophecy, a prequel to the renowned sci-fi saga. In his breakout role as Constantine Corrino, the illegitimate son of Emperor Corrino played by Mark Strong, Heuston is quickly becoming a fan favorite. The internet is buzzing with comparisons to Timothée Chalamet, particularly noting Heuston’s striking looks and magnetic presence. One fan humorously noted on X, “It must be Dune because he’s got the Chalamet hair,” while others referred to him as “budget Chalamet” and “Sigma filter Timothée Chalamet.” Another fan commented, “If Timothée and Oscar Isaac had a baby.”
Despite the comparisons, Heuston takes it all in stride, seeing it as a compliment to be likened to such a talented actor. In an interview with Teen Vogue, Heuston expressed his admiration for Chalamet and revealed that he enjoys spending time online, both on his main and secret accounts, often lurking to see fan art and memes.
Heuston’s character Constantine is a charming yet conflicted aristocrat, hiding a deep vulnerability beneath a suave exterior. Unlike Chalamet’s brooding Paul Atreides, Constantine’s confident and sensual energy reveals a character struggling to meet the high expectations of his powerful father. As Dune: Prophecy progresses, viewers see the layers of trauma and insecurity that define Constantine.
Already a fan favorite, Heuston is poised to become a breakout star. Known for his roles in Netflix’s Heartbreak High and Thor: Love and Thunder (2022), Heuston stands out as one of the few South Asian characters in Dune: Prophecy, alongside Charithra Chandran and Tabu. With his undeniable on-screen chemistry and effortless charm, Josh Heuston is here to stay.
