'Bridgerton' Season 3: Eagle-eyed fans spot sizzling detail in Colin and Penelope scene ahead of Part 2
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In the trailer for 'Bridgerton' Season 3, Part 2, eagle-eyed fans have been quick to spot a tantalizing detail that has set the fandom abuzz with speculation.
Among the flurry of luxurious balls, whispered secrets, and longing glances, a particular scene featuring Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) standing in front of a mirror has caught viewers' attention.
While it might appear to be a fleeting moment, this shot is loaded with deeper significance for those familiar with Julia Quinn's novels. In 'Romancing Mister Bridgerton', the fourth book in Quinn's series, mirrors play a crucial role in one of the most pivotal romantic scenes between Colin and Penelope.
This subtle visual cue in the trailer has sparked theories that the series will closely follow the book's narrative, offering fans a much-anticipated portrayal of a key moment in their relationship.
As Season 3 continues to unfold, viewers are eager to see how this beloved romance will be adapted, and whether this mirror scene will indeed capture the magic and intensity that made it a standout in Quinn's novel.
Internet abuzz over 'Bridgerton' season 3 mirror scene
The streamy upcoming scene has ignited a lot of speculation within the Reddit community, where discussions are ablaze with theories about its narrative significance. Will this mirror scene pay homage to a pivotal moment from Julia Quinn's 'Romancing Mister Bridgerton', or will it take a fresh, unexpected direction?
Fans eagerly dissect every detail, speculating on its implications for Colin and Penelope's evolving relationship as the season unfolds.
For example, hoping for Polin's romance one user wrote: "Lowkey hope he lists all the things about her that are beautiful during the mirror scene."
Talking about the book edition of the mirror scene another user penned: "If they are sticking to the book, Colin is jealous as hell of Pen's LW success at this point. But he's also scared for her, wants to protect her, yearns for her. He's all up in his feels. Not to mention he's the only male lead thus far that has not been painted as a rake. Some intense, narrative moving, subtextual mirror sex between two inexperienced friends to lovers on their engagement ball night... I am so here for it."
Even though the trailer has revealed the scene's occurrence (after the engagement), a user showed their excitement by speculating when the scene is going to appear in the show and said: "I'm very curious about how it's going to play out. Like, I don't think it will be on their first time... maybe after they are married? I'm expecting a steamy scene but also cute and kinda aesthetic if that makes sense? Also it will be a hand mirror or a big mirror? On the bed? Literally standing in front of it? Omg."
Another fan gushing over the scene wrote: "I will not survive and I can't wait for it!" Following this one user also wrote: "I’ve always been disappointed the book didn’t circle back and give the mirror scene. I hope the show gives us a real one."
Meanwhile, one user talked about Luke Newton's words and stated: "Luke newton described mirror in one word as “exposed” so I would hope so, that’s one thing I’d be fine with as a tweak from the book. Rather than suggesting it actually doing it! Such a sexy thing to hear when you are insecure, at least in my opinion."
Another fan following it also penned: "By the sound of the interviews, it seems like it’s actually happening and it’s not just going to be mentioned in passing like in the book. Especially when Luke associated mirror with 'exposed.'"
Fans' anticipation for the mirror scene in 'Bridgerton' Season 3 reflects a blend of excitement and curiosity about its narrative execution. Speculations range from hopes of romantic revelations echoing Julia Quinn's novel to expectations of a fresh, possibly steamy portrayal that deepens Colin and Penelope's relationship.
Whether it aligns closely with the book's emotional depth or diverges into new territory, fans are eagerly awaiting this pivotal scene that promises to be both aesthetically captivating and emotionally resonant, potentially shaping the course of their favorite couple's journey in unexpected ways.
How to stream 'Bridgerton'?
'Bridgerton' is available exclusively on Netflix. All episodes of Season 1 and Season 2 are available to watch on the OTT platform while only four episodes of Season 3 have been released so far.
The remaining episodes of Season 3 will drop on Netflix on June 13, 2024.
'Bridgerton' Season 3: Part 2 trailer