Hugh Grant Returns for Bridget Jones Sequel

Hugh Grant has returned to the Bridget Jones franchise, reprising his role as Daniel Cleaver in the upcoming film 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy', set for release on Valentine's Day 2025. Initially hesitant to participate, Grant expressed that the script moved him deeply, prompting him to rewrite some scenes to enhance his character's presence despite having a minimal role. He had previously declined to reprise his character in 'Bridget Jones's Baby' due to feeling that Cleaver did not fit into the story. Grant praised the new installment, describing it as 'the best Bridget Jones book' and very moving. While speculation surrounds the return of Colin Firth's character, Mark Darcy, Grant hinted at a potential appearance, despite Firth's absence from the confirmed cast. The film, based on Helen Fielding's 2013 novel, will follow Bridget as a widow navigating love in her 50s.