Still hope for romance? Pregnant Bridget Jones heads back to her flat with love interest Mark Darcy as Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth continue filming new scenes
The last movie saw them get engaged, but as shooting for the third instalment commenced fans were left in a frenzy after Bridget Jones was pictured without her wedding ring.
And as filming continued on the streets of London on Tuesday evening, Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth fuelled possible romance rumours between their characters as they headed inside Bridget’s flat together.
Looking typically handsome, Colin, 55, was dressed smartly in a suit and tie for his night on set for the highly-anticipated movie, based on the third book by Helen Fielding's Mad About The Boy.
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Hard at work: Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth continued filming Bridget Jones on the streets of London on Tuesday evening
Renee's pregnant character was bundled up warm in a knitted sweater, denim mini skirt and a chic black coat.
A pair of buckled boots added to the winter ensemble, while the star wore a Baby On Board badge on her coat, which she's previously been seen wearing on set.
They appeared to be exchanging a few tense words before Colin's character helped Bridget as she struggled with her baby bump.
Fans of the novel have feared that the brooding suit-wearing hero of the trilogy may not appear because his character was killed off.
Still hope? The actors fuelled possible romance rumours between their characters as they headed inside Bridget’s flat together
He's back: Colin, 55, was dressed smartly in a suit and tie for his night on set for the highly-anticipated movie
Main man: The British star cut a typically handsome figure as he joined cast and crew on location
Tense scenes: Mark appeared to be helping pregnant Bridget as she collapsed
But the third film is said to have been written around old columns by the author and not based on the novel.
Diary newcomer Patrick Dempsey, who confirmed inclusion last week, hinted at Colin's return when he described what a pleasure it had been to work with the actor and Renee.
Earlier on in the day, American star Renee seemed to be struggling with the huge tree, with London's streets given a dusting of snow for the shoot.
Extras dressed in festive costumes, and carrying shopping bags as they mingled around a market added to the seasonal feel of the huge production which has taken over London in recent weeks.
New twist: Fans of the third book by Helen Fielding, Mad About The Boy, may have feared that the brooding suit-wearing hero of the trilogy may not appear because his character was killed off
Fresh storyline: The third film is said to have been written around old columns by the author and not based on the novel, therefore bringing Colin's character back
Disheveled: Renee and her costume were looking a little haphazard as filming continued into the night
Resting up: The star sat down outside a building for one scene after the exertion of dragging the tree
All change: Renee later changed into another outfit of jeans and a striped top teamed with a fluffy jacket as she shot more scenes with Colin
Tense: The star was seen with what looked like Mark's coat draped around her shoulders as the one-time onscreen couple shot a scene together
Dapper: Colin was smart in a suit and scarf for the outdoor filming in London
Long night? At one point Renee's character seemed to be fast asleep as she sat outside
A not so happy ending? Bridget and Mark looked to be exchanging some tense words as they headed inside, with Renee still wearing the faux baby bump
Lighter moment: Renee broke out into a smile as the cameras rolled around them
Still on? Fans will be waiting to see what the state of Bridget and Mark's relationship is, ten years after the last film
Classic love story: Renee and Colin have been reunited on set this month
Coming in? Colin's character followed Bridget inside her apartment building for the scene
She was also seen filming more upcoming scenes in London's Borough Market.
The scene for Bridget Jones' Baby saw the congenial blonde slip some money to a homeless man in exchange for a copy of The Big Issue as she returned to her apartment.
Approaching the bearded gentleman in her typically sprightly spirit, the Chicago actress can be seen reaching into her purse before handing over money to the grateful gentleman.
While the actress has been pictured countless times on set sporting a faux baby bump, her latest scenes saw her flaunt her slender physique in a plunging navy lace dress.
Her lean limbs were dressed up in a pair of opaque tights which had been teamed with slightly eccentric sling-back stilettos by Dolce and Gabbana.
Then and now: Fast forward 14 years though, and on Tuesday Renee was filming some very different scenes in the snow
Remember this? The conclusion of the original 2001 film saw Bridget chasing after love interest Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) in her underwear in Christmasy scenes
Finishing touch: Renee's winter costume was finished off with a red scarf, while she swapped between boots and trainers
Dramatic: The actress pulled some expressive faces as the cameras rolled in the capital
Is it Christmas yet? Bridget's bump was clearly on show underneath her knitted sweater
Need some help? Despite being pregnant Renee's character appeared to be alone as she pulled her tree home
It's Christmas: Renee flashed a smile at a festive friend on set
Setting the scene: Extras dressed in festive costumes, and carrying shopping bags added to the seasonal feel
Getting into the spirit: As a band dressed as Santas played some tunes, Renee flashed a big smile
Mit bebe: The star was sporting the Baby On Board badge she's previously been spotted wearing on set
Shielding herself from the chilly British climate, the star kept warm by wrapping her toned arms in a coordinating blue pashmina.
Her signature blonde locks were worn in a sleek style, though the front wisps of her hair were wrapped into small clips to show off her pretty face, which had been made-up with a neutral make-up palette.
The glamorous look was the same as the one Renee sported the previous day, as she once again filmed scenes in the British capital.
Her slender figure is a far cry from that Renee sported for the role in 2001's Bridget Jones and 2004's Edge of Reason, where she famously embarked on a 4,000 calorie-a-day diet to load on 20Ibs in just a few months.
Huge production: The film crew covered the street in snow and dressed the area with festive decorations
Back as Bridget: Fans have been anticipating Renee's return as Bridget 14 years after the first film was released
More adventures: Renee returned to the role in 2004's follow-up Edge of Reason
Just for show: Renee has been sporting her faux bump for numerous scenes over the past few weeks
Huge fans: A group of exited passers-by snapped photos of the US star as she shot scenes
Good to see you: The US actress gave the crowd of fans a wave as she headed through the set
Christmas setting: Many of the first film's iconic scenes were set at Christmas, and it looks like the third movie will feature festive scenes too
Bundled up: Renee was wrapped up warm for her long day on set in the fake snow
Christmas shopping: Bridget was seen checking out the festive market during a breather
Iconic role: Fans will see Bridget Jones' return next September when the film is released
Catching up with an old favourite: It's taken over ten years for Renee to return to the role alongside Colin Firth
Each time, swiftly as she gained the curves, her weight plummeted to a sinewy size zero for the red carpet, and the blonde has maintained that size during the 14-year hiatus.
On yo-yo dieting again for the role, Renee said in 2007 that the extreme weight gain could kill her if she was to tackle it again.
She confessed: 'Can I just tell you my body is whacked by the time we finish one of those.
'It doesn't know what has happened because it thinks there's supposed to be a baby and there's no christening.'
In action: Earlier on Tuesday Renee filmed scenes in London's Borough Market, without her baby bump
Giving back: The scene for the upcoming Bridget Jones' Baby saw the congenial blonde slip some money to a homeless man in exchange for a copy of The Big Issue as she returned to her apartment
Kindhearted: Approaching the bearded gentleman in her typically sprightly spirit, the Chicago actress can be seen reaching into her purse before handing over money to the grateful gentleman
Slimmed down: While the 46-year-old actress has been pictured countless times on set sporting a faux baby bump, her latest scenes saw her flaunt her slender physique in a plunging navy lace dress
Leggy display: Her lean limbs were dressed up in a pair of opaque tights which had been teamed with slightly eccentric sling-back stilettos by Dolce and Gabbana
Generous: Bridget's free-spirited and kindhearted demeanor have earned her the title of being one of fiction's most adored characters
Chic: Shielding herself from the chilly British climate, the star kept warm by wrapping her toned arms in a coordinating blue pashmina
Gorgeous: Her signature blonde locks were worn in a sleek style, though the front wisps of her hair were wrapped into small clips to show off her pretty face, which had been made-up with a neutral make-up palette
Desirable location: Borough Market, which is home to Bridget's London flat, appeared completely bustling as they filmed scenes
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