Emma Stone has unveiled her most daring hairstyle yet, shaving her head completely for her new role in the forthcoming film Bugonia. The recently released trailer features Stone sporting a closely shaved scalp, marking a striking departure from her signature red hair. This bold change accompanies her role as a pharmaceutical CEO who is kidnapped by conspiracy theorists in this dark comedy directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
Actor Shares Experience Embracing the Shaved Head Style
Earlier this month, Stone shared with Vogue how liberating it feels to have no hair. She described the sensation after shaving her head as unmatched, saying,
“no better feeling in the world”
—Emma Stone, Actress. She also highlighted the refreshing sensation of rinsing her scalp for the first time after the shave:
“The first shower when you’ve shaved your head? Oh my God, it’s amazing,”
—Emma Stone, Actress.
During the filming of Bugonia, Stone admitted she regretted not showcasing her ultra-short cut publicly sooner. She gained attention with a pixie cut at a recent Golden Globes event, which was her shortest haircut in years, but wished she had gone fully bald in public.
“I was bummed I wasn’t going out with it,”
she explained.
“Just straight-up bald. I think that would have been fun.”
On-Set Moments and Co-Star Reactions
Stone’s co-star Jesse Plemons played a key role during production by actually shaving her head in a scene. Reflecting on the moment, Plemons shared,
“It was like, ‘Here we go—Emily has shaved her head,’ We better make this good!”
—Jesse Plemons, Actor.
Friends React to Stone’s Radical Transformation
Jennifer Lawrence, a close friend and fellow Oscar winner, spoke about her initial apprehension regarding Stone’s decision to shave her head. She recalled her own experience with Stone’s previous dramatic hairstyle changes, saying,
“I really didn’t want her to shave her head. I had already lived through the Billie Jean King haircut,”
—Jennifer Lawrence, Actress. However, Lawrence later admitted the look suited Stone well, adding,
Honestly, [Emma] looked beautiful, She pulled it off.
Impact of the Transformation on Stone’s Image and Career
Emma Stone’s bold bald head transformation in Bugonia is drawing significant attention and showcases her willingness to fully commit to her roles, even when it means a radical change in appearance. The dramatic haircut complements the film’s dark comedic tone and reinforces Stone’s reputation for versatility. Fans and industry insiders alike are watching closely to see how this daring look influences her career and public image going forward.
