Near-drowning and skin reactions: The chaotic truth behind Bridgerton's iconic bathtub scene
Filming the bathtub scene in Bridgerton Season 4 proved far more difficult than it looked. Yerin Ha, who plays Sophie, revealed she nearly drowned during the lengthy shoot. The scene, which took six hours to complete, also left her with an unexpected skin reaction.
The water in the tub was milky and slippery, making it hard for the actors to move or adjust positions. Ha struggled to stay afloat, later admitting she felt like she was drowning at times. Luke Thompson, who portrays Benedict, had to hold her tightly to keep her safe throughout filming.
Despite the challenges, both actors found the awkwardness of the scene funny, which helped lighten the mood. The final version appears smooth and romantic, but behind the scenes, it required careful choreography and technical precision.
Ha's skin reaction likely came from a mix of baby powder and prolonged exposure to the bath water. After the shoot, she joked that fans should try recreating the scene themselves—though perhaps without the same difficulties.
The scene's filming demanded patience, physical effort, and quick thinking from the cast. Ha and Thompson managed to turn a tricky shoot into an enjoyable experience. The final result, however, hides the behind-the-scenes struggles that went into creating it.
