BRIDGERTON STAR JONATHAN Bailey is saying goodbye to the toned and lean stature fans are used to seeing on his hit Netflix show, and is building up his biceps up as part of a major body transformation for a leading role in the upcoming Jurassic World film (which will also star Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali, among others). Bailey’s trainer, Rik Melling, shared images of Bailey’s new build to his Instagram story, as he lifted two dumbbells in the midst of what appears to be seen as him repping out some bicep curls.

Some fans had a lot to say about his new look, sharing their thoughts to X.

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The actor confirmed his participation in the next installment of the beloved dinosaur film franchise back in May on The Tonight Show.

Some fans feel the decision for Bailey to beef up for the role is unnecessary. His transformation comes just as attention has been at a high for stars with leaner/softer builds, and there's also the fact that the stars of the original Jurassic Park—Sam Neill and Jeff Goldblum—weren't particularly ripped themselves.

The actor has had a busy couple of months, with the recent release of Bridgerton Season 3 on Netflix, his role in the Wicked adaption (due out later this year) and now his confirmed casting as one of the leads in the (still officially untitled) next Jurassic World movie. Bailey will definitely be seen in many household screens in the next upcoming months, and it is clear he's taking his roles seriously—starting by changing his body in ways that he sees fit.

The new Jurassic film will be directed by Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, The Creator) and is expected to be released in summer of 2025.