Jacob Elordi Opens Up About Nerves Filming Wuthering Heights Alongside Margot Robbie
Australian actor Jacob Elordi has candidly admitted to feeling nervous about starring in the upcoming cinematic adaptation of Wuthering Heights alongside Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie. The 28-year-old performer, who shares the screen with the 35-year-old Barbie actress in this highly anticipated romance drama, revealed his anxieties in a new interview for Esquire UK's March/April issue.
The Scale of the Production and Co-Star Pressure
Elordi explained that his nerves stemmed from the sheer scale of the production, which features a large crew and expansive sets. He told director Emerald Fennell, 'The older I get, the more nervous I get, and I was afraid of; it was a big movie, and the crew was big and the sets were big.' Fennell acknowledged the pressure, noting, 'Yes, and also Margot is the biggest star in the world and you’re playing opposite each other. It’s fucking big.'
The actor, who portrays Heathcliff opposite Robbie's Catherine in this new version of Emily Brontë's iconic gothic romance, described feeling a sense of responsibility to the hundreds of people involved in the film. He said, 'There’s 600 people there that have put so much work and effort in, who’ve toiled and waited and not seen their families, and then you need to come in and put a layer onto the cake.'
Imposter Syndrome and Mutual Obsession
Elordi also confessed to experiencing imposter syndrome, a common feeling among actors. He shared, 'There is a pressure that you’re not going to be what people want you to be. There will probably always be an imposter element to acting for me, just because I dreamt about it so intensely that it almost feels like it couldn’t have happened.'
Interestingly, the actor recently disclosed that he and Robbie developed a mutual obsession during filming. He gushed about ensuring he was always within 5 to 10 meters of her on set, stating, 'I think the thing is, regardless of plot or screenplay, if you have the opportunity to share a film set with Margot Robbie, you're going to make sure you're within 5 to 10 meters at all times.' He added, 'Watching how she drinks tea, how she eats her food, how she does it. When is it going to slip? When is the thing going to come undone? And, it never comes undone.'
Publicity Stunt Accusations and Fan Reactions
However, this public display of affection has led to criticism from some fans, who have accused the pair of orchestrating a 'lame' publicity stunt to promote their on-screen chemistry. Critics have compared their behaviour to the press tour tactics used by Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell for Anyone But You. One commenter remarked, 'They are going way too hard with this film promotion. This is exactly like Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell. It's all marketing,' while another noted, 'Overdoing it to sell their chemistry.'
Some have even questioned the optics, with one bluntly writing, 'Super creepy to say when you're married,' referencing Robbie's husband, Tom Ackerley. The actress herself inadvertently fueled speculation when she appeared to have a red carpet slip-up at the Los Angeles premiere, saying she would see the film with her 'husband... or whoever'. Fans reacted with amusement, with comments like, 'AHAHAHAH poor husband; 'My husband or Jacob Elordi, or whoever????'' and 'Do they have an open marriage or .. ??'
Film Details and Symbolic Gifts
Produced by Robbie's production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, Wuthering Heights is scheduled for release in cinemas on February 13, just before Valentine's Day. The film promises to bring a fresh take on the classic tale of passionate love and revenge.
In a touching gesture, Robbie gifted Elordi a stunning matchet signet ring featuring two skeletons embracing, engraved with the line from the novel: 'Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.' This symbolic token underscores the deep connection between their characters and perhaps reflects their off-screen rapport.
As the release date approaches, the buzz around this adaptation continues to grow, blending classic literature with modern star power and the inevitable scrutiny that comes with high-profile Hollywood partnerships.
