PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Bridget is back! Make-up free Renee Zellweger cuts a relaxed figure as she transforms into Ms Jones ahead of filming third movie

She is set to reprise the role of Bridget Jones in the third movie adaptation of Helen Fielding’s much-loved novel.

And after 14 years since the first film, Renee Zellweger is back in London where she has been preparing to transform back into the unlucky-in-love female protagonist.

The Oscar winner, 46, looked relaxed and more youthful as she recently headed out for a low-key shopping spree in the British capital.

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Bridget is back!  Renee Zellweger looked relaxed and more youthful as she recently headed out for a low-key shopping spree in London wearing a Moncler jacket

Bridget is back! Renee Zellweger looked relaxed and more youthful as she recently headed out for a low-key shopping spree in London wearing a Moncler jacket

Keeping her look understated and fuss-free, Renee dressed down in slouchy trousers, a dark grey Moncler jacket and a black padded coat.

With her blonde tresses swept away from her face, the American actress highlighted her facial features with barely any trace of makeup.

In October, the Hollywood star astonished fans when she stepped out at the ELLE's 21st annual Women In Hollywood Awards looking notably unlike herself.

Comeback: And after 14 years since the first film, the 46-year-old has been preparing to transform back into the unlucky-in-love female protagonist

Comeback: And after 14 years since the first film, the 46-year-old has been preparing to transform back into the unlucky-in-love female protagonist

Iconic role: The Hollywood star is set to reprise the role of Bridget Jones in the third movie adaptation of Helen Fielding’s much-loved novel

Iconic role: The Hollywood star is set to reprise the role of Bridget Jones in the third movie adaptation of Helen Fielding’s much-loved novel

Arriving at the Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles, Renee looked almost unrecognisable with her super line-free forehead and suspiciously puffy face, although she has never admitted to getting surgery.

Meanwhile, the highly anticipated movie is set to star Colin Firth as her lover Mark Darcy, while Hugh Grant will not return as cheating ex Daniel Cleaver.

According to Daily Mail columnist Sebastian Shakespeare, Renee will attend editorial briefings at ITV's Good Morning Britain as research for her iconic role.

Is that you? In October, Renee astonished fans when she stepped out at the ELLE's 21st annual Women In Hollywood Awards looking notably unlike herself

Is that you? In October, Renee astonished fans when she stepped out at the ELLE's 21st annual Women In Hollywood Awards looking notably unlike herself

Out and about: Keeping her look understated and fuss-free, Renee dressed down in slouchy trousers, a dark grey blouse and a black padded jacket during the low-key outing

Out and about: Keeping her look understated and fuss-free, Renee dressed down in slouchy trousers, a dark grey blouse and a black padded jacket during the low-key outing

Layer up for winter with a puffer vest by Moncler

We can't wait to see what sort of antics Bridget Jones gets herself into in the next movie. Whether it's an awkward pair of granny panties or being inappropriately dressed as a Playboy bunny to a picnic, it's sure to be good!

That being said, Renee Zellweger looks decidedly appropriately dressed for the cold weather, layering a Moncler puffer vest under her North Face jacket to brave the dipping temperatures.

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Going natural: With her blonde tresses swept away from her face, the American actress highlighted her facial features with barely any trace of makeup

Going natural: With her blonde tresses swept away from her face, the American actress highlighted her facial features with barely any trace of makeup

Only the necessities: Keeping her accessories to a minimum, Renee toted her belongings in a plain black shoulder bag

Only the necessities: Keeping her accessories to a minimum, Renee toted her belongings in a plain black shoulder bag

Blending in: The Oscar winner looked like any other tourist as she happily took pictures on her phone
Blending in: The Oscar winner looked like any other tourist as she happily took pictures on her phone

Blending in: The Oscar winner looked like any other tourist as she happily took pictures on her phone

Anything tickle your fancy? She had a little peruse at the some of the cosmetic counters during her spree

Anything tickle your fancy? She had a little peruse at the some of the cosmetic counters during her spree

Something new: The American star treated herself to some luxury beauty products

Something new: The American star treated herself to some luxury beauty products

Pamper time: Renee was seen leaving Space.NK.apothecary after a while

Pamper time: Renee was seen leaving Space.NK.apothecary after a while

‘We are all under strict instruction not to take any pictures of Renee. And above all, not to put anything out on social media about her being here,’ a source said. 

‘We’ve been told she is spending time in the office “for research purposes only”.’

Plot details are being kept under wraps, but it is understood that the film will not be based on Fielding’s latest novel, Mad About The Boy.

Low-key outing: While listening to some music through her headphones, Renee appeared to be in content spirits as she made her way along the streets

Low-key outing: While listening to some music through her headphones, Renee appeared to be in content spirits as she made her way along the streets

Helping hand: The Chicago starlet also stopped to give a homeless man some money

Helping hand: The Chicago starlet also stopped to give a homeless man some money

Star role: It has been 14 years since she played  Bridget Jones in first film and 11 years since the sequel, The Edge of Reason
Star role: It has been 14 years since she played  Bridget Jones in first film and 11 years since the sequel, The Edge of Reason

Star role: It has been 14 years since she played Bridget Jones in first film and 11 years since the sequel, The Edge of Reason

Not long to go: Production for the third installment is set to start in the UK on October 2nd

Not long to go: Production for the third installment is set to start in the UK on October 2nd

New change: The highly anticipated third movie is set to star Colin Firth as her lover Mark Darcy, while Hugh Grant will not return as cheating ex Daniel Cleaver

New change: The highly anticipated third movie is set to star Colin Firth as her lover Mark Darcy, while Hugh Grant will not return as cheating ex Daniel Cleaver

Preparation: According to Daily Mail columnist Sebastian Shakespeare, Renee will attend editorial briefings at ITV's Good Morning Britain as research for her iconic role

Preparation: According to Daily Mail columnist Sebastian Shakespeare, Renee will attend editorial briefings at ITV's Good Morning Britain as research for her iconic role

The project - which has provisionally been titled Bridget Jones’s Baby - will see Bridget as a 50-something mother-of-two, while she continues her job working on breakfast TV programme Sit Up Britain.

According to Deadline, Patrick Dempsey is said to be in final talks to star alongside Renee and Colin in the upcoming movie, suggesting the actor might be playing a new love interest.

Director Sharon Maguire, who was at the helm of the first Bridget Jones's Diary in 2001, will also be returning to her chair, while One Day's David Nicholls and Fielding have penned the screenplay.

Production for the third installment is set to start in the UK on October 2nd.

Hush hush: Plot details are being kept under wraps, but it is understood that the film will not be based on Fielding’s latest novel, Mad About The Boy

Hush hush: Plot details are being kept under wraps, but it is understood that the film will not be based on Fielding’s latest novel, Mad About The Boy

What to expect? The project - which has provisionally been titled Bridget Jones’s Baby - will see Bridget as a 50-something mother-of-two, while she continues her job working on  Sit Up Britain
What to expect? The project - which has provisionally been titled Bridget Jones’s Baby - will see Bridget as a 50-something mother-of-two, while she continues her job working on  Sit Up Britain

What to expect: The project - which has provisionally been titled Bridget Jones’s Baby - will see Bridget as a 50-something mother-of-two, while she continues her job working on Sit Up Britain

More rivalry? Patrick Dempsey is said to be in final talks to star alongside Renee and Colin in the upcoming movie, suggesting the actor might be playing a new love interest

More rivalry? Patrick Dempsey is said to be in final talks to star alongside Renee and Colin in the upcoming movie, suggesting the actor might be playing a new love interest

Another familiar face: Director Sharon Maguire, who was at the helm of the first Bridget Jones's Diary in 2001, will also be returning to her chair

Another familiar face: Director Sharon Maguire, who was at the helm of the first Bridget Jones's Diary in 2001, will also be returning to her chair

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