“Nicholas Galitzine and Anne Hathaway: Unveiling the Electric Chemistry That Ignited ‘The Idea of You'”

In a recent revelation, Nicholas Galitzine, known for his role in “The Idea of You,” shared insights into the instant connection he felt with co-star Anne Hathaway. Galitzine, portraying musician Hayes Campbell, who finds himself enamored with Anne’s character Solène Marchand, emphasized the remarkable bond they formed during their chemistry read for the age-gap romantic comedy.

Nicholas Galitzine on "Instantaneous" Chemistry With Anne Hathaway in "The Idea of You"

Despite the controversy surrounding their age-gap casting, viewers were quickly captivated by the palpable on-screen chemistry between the duo. Galitzine described this connection as apparent from the moment they started reading the script together, likening the experience to something almost spiritual.

Speaking at SXSW, Galitzine delved into the transformative nature of their chemistry test, highlighting the openness that characterized their interaction. He recalled leaving the session with a sense of pride in their collaborative effort, regardless of the outcome.

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Further elaborating on the chemistry test, Galitzine shared details of an intriguing request: each actor was asked to propose a song to convince Solène to dance with Hayes. Despite initial intimidation, Galitzine noted a remarkable connection with Hathaway, describing their interaction as easy and marked by shared humor.

“The Idea of You” centers on a May-December romance between Solène and a young musician, set against the backdrop of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Hathaway and Galitzine shared anecdotes from the set, including shooting a swimming scene in freezing temperatures, where they found warmth in each other’s company.

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Hathaway, also a producer on the project, echoed Galitzine’s sentiments, expressing confidence in their partnership from that moment onwards. The pair’s camaraderie extended beyond the screen, evident in their warm embrace outside the Paramount Theater.

In real life, Hathaway balances her career with motherhood, having two sons from her marriage to Adam Shulman. Meanwhile, Galitzine continues to pursue diverse roles, including portraying George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, in the period drama “Mary & George” premiering soon on Starz.