October 4th 2024.
Hugh Grant, the renowned British actor, recently appeared on the Graham Norton Show to discuss the highly-anticipated fourth installment of the beloved romantic comedy franchise, Bridget Jones. As fans eagerly await the release of Bridget Jones 4 on Valentine's Day in 2025, Hugh shared some insight into what they can expect from the upcoming film.
Despite his initial enthusiasm for the project, Hugh cautioned that this installment may not be the lighthearted romp that fans are used to. The timeline picks up after Bridget's happy ending in the third film, when she walked off into the sunset with husband Mark Darcy and their baby. Based on author Helen Fielding's book, Mad About The Boy, the film will follow Bridget's journey into motherhood as a widow after Darcy's death. Hugh revealed that the script is "very, very sad" and that it will be a departure from the previous films.
Hugh, who starred in the first two Bridget Jones films, was absent from the third after his character, Daniel Cleaver, met an untimely demise in a plane crash. However, fans will be delighted to know that he will be making a comeback in the fourth film, after being discovered miraculously alive. Hugh also discussed how Fielding drew upon her own experience of grief and motherhood to create the character of Bridget, making the story even more poignant.
During his interview with Graham Norton, Hugh also shared some behind-the-scenes details about the making of the film. He explained that there was no clear role for Daniel Cleaver in the script, but the team wanted to include him. So, together they came up with a clever storyline that adds a new dimension to the character. Hugh joked that he "invented" the story, showcasing his wit and humor.
As production for Bridget Jones 4 continues, fans have been treated to sneak peeks of the filming taking place across London. The film will also feature rising star Leo Woodall, known for his breakout roles in White Lotus and One Day, as Bridget's toyboy love interest. Hugh himself has praised the script, declaring it to be one of the best he has read in a long time.
Don't miss the fourth installment of Bridget Jones on Valentine's Day in 2025. And for more entertainment news, be sure to tune into The Graham Norton Show every Friday at 10:40pm on BBC One. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency – they'd love to hear from you.
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