Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi Touch Down in Australia for Wuthering Heights Premiere
Margot Robbie appeared overjoyed to return to her homeland as she landed in Australia on Thursday morning alongside her co-star Jacob Elordi. The pair arrived at Sydney Airport ahead of the Australian premiere of their new cinematic adaptation, Wuthering Heights. Robbie, aged 35, beamed with her signature radiant smile, dressed casually in a simple white T-shirt and relaxed baggy jeans for the flight.
On-Screen Chemistry Sparks Off-Screen Speculation
The film, set for release on February 13 just in time for Valentine's Day, features Robbie and Elordi as the iconic tragic lovers Heathcliff and Catherine. Throughout the press tour, the stars have prominently showcased their palpable chemistry, leading some fans to accuse them of emulating a public relations strategy famously employed by Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell during the promotion of their 2023 film Anyone But You.
Elordi himself stirred conversation during a recent interview with Fandango, where he described a mutual obsession with Robbie on set. If you have the opportunity to share a film set with Margot Robbie, you're going to make sure you're within five to ten metres at all times, he remarked, noting he watched her intently, from how she drank tea to how she ate, though she never faltered. He explained this dynamic helped them embody their characters, recalling moments running hand-in-hand through the moors where they genuinely felt like Catherine and Heathcliff.
Co-Dependency and Thoughtful Gestures Revealed
Robbie echoed this closeness, admitting she became co-dependent on Elordi during filming. I'm so codependent with people I work with and I love everyone so much, she said, adding that his absence left her feeling really unnerved and unmoored, akin to a child without a blanket. She also shared a touching anecdote from when they filmed on Valentine's Day last year, revealing Elordi, in character as Heathcliff, filled her room with roses, which she interpreted as a sign of his thoughtfulness.
Further fueling the buzz, it was disclosed on Wednesday that the duo commissioned matching signet rings to commemorate their collaboration. Each ring features an image of two skeletons embracing and the poignant quote: Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.
Fan Reactions and Marketing Criticisms
However, not all responses have been positive. Several commentators have criticized the pair for what they perceive as an overly aggressive marketing approach. They are going way too hard with this film promotion. This is exactly like Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell. It's all marketing, one fan stated. Another added, Overdoing it to sell their chemistry. This shouldn't be necessary if the film is actually good. Some even questioned the appropriateness, with one bluntly noting, Super creepy to say when you're married, referencing Robbie's marital status.
Despite the controversy, Robbie has expressed enthusiasm for the film's emotional depth, telling PEOPLE that her character cries almost relentlessly in every scene, though she prepares for romantic scenes no differently than others. As the premiere approaches, the blend of genuine connection and perceived publicity stunts continues to captivate audiences and critics alike.
