Last month, the Chris Hemsworth action movie Extraction became Netflix’s most-viewed original movie, with 90 million subscribers expected to watch during its first four weeks. So it’s little surprise that the streamer is firing up another kinetic action movie, tapping Jessica Alba to star in Trigger Warning.
Mouly Surya, the Indonesian filmmaker behind the 2017 Cannes entry Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts, will direct from a script by Josh Olson and John Brancato, while John Wick producer Basil Iwanyk will produce via his Thunder Road banner along with Erica Lee.
Alba will serve as an executive producer on the hard-hitting action-thriller, which will find her playing a traumatized veteran who inherits her grandfather’s bar, only to be faced with a moral dilemma after discovering the truth behind his untimely death.
Variety broke the news of Alba’s casting, reporting that Netflix sees Trigger Warning as a potential franchise — something that the streamer has been focused on building of late. Not only did Netflix recently close a deal with Joe Russo to write a sequel to Extraction, but it also hired Louis Leterrier to direct Bright 2.
Alba broke out playing a genetically enhanced super-soldier in James Cameron‘s Fox series Dark Angel before going on to star in the Sin City films as well as Machete and Tim Story‘s Fantastic Four movies, so she’s well versed in kicking some ass onscreen. She currently stars alongside Gabrielle Union in the action-packed Bad Boys spinoff LA’s Finest, a Spectrum Original series that will see its second season broadcast on Fox. Alba is also set to executive produce and host a Disney+ documentary series titled Parenting Without Borders.
For more on Netflix’s big week, check out my stories on Mark Wahlberg, Reese Witherspoon, Cate Blanchett and the Eric Andre movie Bad Trip, or just click here to listen to the most recent episode of my podcast, The Sneider Cut. And you can safely expect Netflix to greenlight more action movies, because while they may not win Oscars, they certainly bring in eyeballs.
Fans Alarmed by Jessica Alba's Stunning New Instagram Photo
With a growing number of Hollywood stars drawing attention for increasingly slim appearances, Jessica Alba has become the latest celebrity to spark discussion online over her physique.
Alba recently shared an Instagram photo dump highlighting some of her August moments so far. The first photo showed the actress posing for a selfie in a tiger-stripe bikini, putting her slender frame on display. She accessorized the look with gold jewelry and sunglasses.
The rest of the carousel featured snapshots of the Honest founder golfing with her youngest son, spending time with her daughters, relaxing in the sun, enjoying campfires with friends and sharing moments with her boyfriend, Danny Ramirez.
Jessica Alba Fans Point Out Her Recent Weight Loss
However, many fans focused on the first bikini photo and expressed concern about Alba's appearance, with some speculating about weight-loss drugs despite there being no confirmation that she has used them.
"Another one lost to Ozempic," one person wrote.
Another said, "Not another Ozempic girl, she was so fine."
"Jessica, we love you but don't turn into Ariana Grande," another commenter wrote, referencing the singer's own recent appearance and the speculation surrounding her weight.
Another fan simply wrote, "I hope all is well," while someone else commented, "Not looking healthy at all. So sad."
Others pushed back against the criticism, arguing that Alba's body should not be subject to public scrutiny.
"People shaming her for the way she looks need their head examined. It's none of your business and it's also the reason women are so self-conscious of their bodies. Mind your business and your manners," one person wrote.
Hollywood Stars Face Health & Weight Loss Concerns
The online conversation surrounding the mom of three comes amid a broader trend of celebrities being scrutinized over their changing appearances. Stars including Charlize Theron, Anna Faris, Ariana Grande and Jenna Ortega have all faced public speculation about weight loss, health or the use of medications such as Ozempic.
While dramatic transformations among celebrities have long attracted attention, recent conversations have increasingly centered on stars who were already petite and now appear noticeably slimmer.
However, without confirmation from the individuals themselves, speculation about the reasons behind someone's weight or appearance remains just that—speculation.
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