The highly anticipated fourth installment of the beloved Bridget Jones franchise, "Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy," is set to hit theaters on Valentine's Day 2025. However, the film's production has already caused a stir among A-list celebrities residing in the filming locations across London. As the cast and crew take over the streets, some of the area's most famous residents are not pleased with the disruptions to their daily lives.
Exclusive Neighborhood Turned Filming Hotspot
Celebrities Forced to Stay Indoors
The filming of "Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy" has taken over several neighborhoods in North London, where many high-profile celebrities call home. Stars such as Harry Styles, Rami Malek, Ricky Gervais, and Rowan Atkinson have reportedly received letters from the production team, informing them of the filming schedule and requesting that they either leave their homes or refrain from coming and going during certain times.A source close to the production revealed to The Sun, "The film is causing chaos in this part of North London where they are shooting a lot of the film. Neighbourhoods with stars such as Harry, Rami, Ricky Gervais and Rowan Atkinson, living there are all getting letters from the production about not interrupting shots."The source further added, "It's like they're being held hostage by Bridget — and it's driving everyone mad."
Disruptions and Scheduling Challenges
The production of the film has not been without its challenges. Last month, the filming was reportedly "thrown into chaos" after a cast member suffered a "nasty injury" and had to be sent to the hospital with a broken bone. This unexpected setback has caused scheduling issues, as the production team now faces the challenge of reworking the filming schedule to accommodate the injured actor's recovery.A source told The Sun, "It's a total disaster. This has all been so devastating for the entire cast and all the hardworking staff who were down to work. They'd been due to shoot some of the film's most important scenes and then they suffered this setback after a really unfortunate accident."The source further explained, "Filming for the scenes might not start again until at least July, so the schedule has taken a hit. They've got a tight window, especially with having to work around the busy diaries of A-listers."
Bridget's Widow Status and New Love Interest
As fans of the Bridget Jones book series know, the fourth installment, "Mad About the Boy," is set four years after the previous film, "Bridget Jones' Baby." In this new chapter, Bridget is a widow with two young children, following the tragic death of her husband, Mark Darcy, who was killed by a landmine in Sudan.While the beloved character of Mark Darcy, played by Colin Firth, may appear in some flashback scenes, the film will primarily focus on Bridget's journey as a single mother navigating the world of online dating. The role of Bridget's much younger love interest, a 30-year-old man, will be portrayed by British heartthrob Leo Woodall, known for his roles in Netflix's "One Day" and HBO's "The White Lotus."
Renée Zellweger's Return as Bridget
Fans of the franchise will be delighted to see Renée Zellweger reprising her iconic role as the lovable and relatable Bridget Jones. The actress, who has won critical acclaim for her portrayal of the character, will once again bring Bridget's quirky charm and endearing personality to the big screen.The highly anticipated fourth installment of the Bridget Jones series promises to deliver a fresh and poignant chapter in the life of the beloved character, as she navigates the challenges of widowhood and explores new romantic possibilities. However, the disruptions caused by the film's production have already sparked a feud among the A-list celebrities residing in the affected neighborhoods, adding an unexpected twist to the Bridget Jones saga.
