Years ago, a Reddit theory began circulating that suggested Jar Jar Binks' quirks were all an act. Beneath his clumsy demeanor, according to the internet, lay an expertly trained Sith Lord just waiting for the right time to strike.
Technically, Star Wars canon has yet to disprove the possibility that Jar Jar was a master of the dark side.
Ahmed has said he would consider reprising his role as Jar Jar, and what better way to do that than playing the evil version of the character? Fans want what they want.