Renée Zellweger Set to Romance Co-Star Leo Woodall, 28 Years Her Junior, in Fourth Bridget Jones Film as Plot Details Emerge

The latest details of the storyline for the fourth installment of the Bridget Jones film series, "Mad About the Boy," have been unveiled in a recent report.

Fans were thrilled with the confirmation of the next chapter in the beloved romantic comedy franchise, with Renée Zellweger, 55, and Hugh Grant returning to reprise their roles.

In light of the events of author Helen Fielding's second book, wherein Bridget's husband Mark Darcy meets an unfortunate end, the fourth film is said to center around her venture into the realm of online dating and her romantic involvement with a significantly younger man.

The dashing young man in question, portrayed by Netflix's "One Day" star Leo Woodall, 27, will embark on a passionate romance with Bridget as she navigates through her grief and transitions into this new chapter of her life.

Despite the considerable age difference, Bridget's new love interest will be Leo, whose character remains unnamed but promises to play a pivotal role in "Mad About The Boy."

The film is expected to begin with Bridget as a single mother, grappling with the challenges of social media and dating apps following Mark's passing. According to a source, Bridget will find herself entangled in a love triangle between her former flame Daniel Cleaver, played by Hugh Grant, and her much younger suitor.

In other developments, Hugh Grant shared insights into the upcoming film, praising the script as the best of the series and teasing emotional moments ahead. He confirmed that Colin Firth's character Mark won't make an appearance due to his character's demise.

Filming for "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy" is set to commence in May, with Emma Thompson and Chiwetel Ejiofor also joining the cast. Directed by Michael Morris and penned by author Fielding, the film is slated for release on Peacock for Valentine's Day 2025, with international theater releases to follow.

With production in full swing, excitement is building as Bridget Jones prepares to make her triumphant return to the big screen, promising a blend of humor, romance, and heartfelt moments for fans to enjoy.