Billie Eilish has undergone a striking transformation for her first feature film role as Esther Greenwood in the upcoming adaptation of Sylvia Plath's novel, "The Bell Jar." Paparazzi photos from the film's set in Toronto reveal the pop star in a 1950s aesthetic, a significant departure from her usual style. The images show Eilish with dark brown, shoulder-length hair, bold red lipstick, and period-appropriate attire, including fitted knit tops and waist-nipped dresses.
Fans expressed surprise and admiration for the drastic change, with many stating they would not have recognized the singer. A discussion on Reddit highlighted the sentiment, with one commenter noting, "It took me too long to realize it was her. I was like ‘wow that actor looks just like Billie Eilish.’" Another added, "She does NOT look like a pop star at all and one of the most challenging thing to do as an actor is disappearing into a role."
Eilish, known for her signature baggy silhouettes, dark eyeliner, and colorful hair, is embracing a much more subdued look for the role. The visual transformation is reportedly inspired by photos of Sylvia Plath herself, whose 1963 novel is considered semi-autobiographical. This marks Eilish's debut in a feature film, though she previously acted in the 2023 Amazon Prime thriller series "Swarm," where she played a cult leader.
"The Bell Jar," based on Plath's seminal 1963 novel, is currently filming and is slated for release next year. Carey Mulligan is set to co-star as Mrs. Greenwood in the psychological thriller.