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Kate Hudson Gained 15 Pounds for Role, Praises Hugh Jackman's On-Set Chemistry

Kate Hudson disclosed she intentionally gained 15 pounds and relaxed her fitness and skincare regimen to prepare for her role in 'Song Sung Blue'. She stars opposite Hugh Jackman, with both actors praising each other's professionalism and on-set chemistry. The pair bonded during early recording sessions, which helped them portray an intimate married couple. The film, which premiered on Christmas Day, is based on a 2008 documentary about a real-life musical duo.

Key Points: Kate Hudson's 15-Pound Transformation for 'Song Sung Blue'

  • Gained 15 pounds for role
  • Paused skincare routine
  • Praised Hugh Jackman's connection
  • Recorded music before filming
  • Film based on 2008 documentary
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"I put on 15 pounds": Kate Hudson opens up about her transformation for 'Song Sung Blue'

Kate Hudson reveals she gained weight and paused skincare for her role alongside Hugh Jackman in the musical film 'Song Sung Blue'.

"I put on 15 pounds, just to be nice and soft. - Kate Hudson"

Washington DC, January 8

Actor Kate Hudson revealed that she gained 15 pounds and paused her skincare routine to prepare for her role in the musical film 'Song Sung Blue', according to People.

In an interview, the 46-year-old actress said, "This film was fun. I didn't have to watch what I ate. I put on 15 pounds, just to be nice and soft. It was over the holiday season, so it was perfect. I wasn't working out much."

She added, "I just let myself be and enjoyed life. Although I also enjoy life when I'm disciplined and working out too, I'm not going to lie," as quoted by People.

Hudson stars alongside Hugh Jackman, 57, portraying Claire Sardina in the Milwaukee-based Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder. The film follows the couple's real-life romance and musical journey, based on the 2008 documentary of the same name.

Speaking about their on-set chemistry, Hudson praised Jackman, saying, "His superpower is to connect, whether it's on stage, whether it's on set, whether it's with anyone and everyone." Jackman reciprocated, noting that working with Hudson made him "a better actor" and praising her balance of preparation and instinctiveness in her craft, as quoted by People.

Hudson also shared insights about their first recording session before filming, revealing, "We recorded before we started any filming. We sat down on a sofa ... with two microphones, and we had that moment of like, 'How's this going to work?' We didn't really know each other." Jackman added, "You seemed very at home. I'm a bit nervous in the recording studio, more nervous there than on stage, but you were very at home, I thought."

Reflecting on the early studio sessions in an October 2025 interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Hudson explained, "It was a great way to get to know each other for us too because we're in the studio for hours -- before we got to go on set and play this very intimate married couple, we got to spend good time together working on the music," as quoted by People.

'Song Sung Blue', which premiered on Christmas Day, is based on the 2008 documentary by the same name that follows the band's early days and Claire and Mike's relationship, as reported by People.

- ANI

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Rohit P
"I just let myself be and enjoyed life" - this is such a mood during the holidays! Diwali and Christmas feasts are the best. Sometimes you need a break from the gym and diet. Her honesty is relatable.
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Arjun K
Interesting to see the process. Recording the music first to build chemistry is a smart move. Reminds me of how some of our Indian directors make actors do workshops together before shooting intimate scenes.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the dedication, I do hope this doesn't set an unrealistic standard for "method acting" where extreme physical changes are expected. An actor's talent should be the focus, not just their weight.
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Karthik V
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson together sounds like a fun pairing! Jackman is always so professional. Hope the film does well. The story based on a real musical couple is a nice concept.
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Nisha Z
Good for her, but let's be real, 15 pounds on a Hollywood budget with trainers and nutritionists waiting to help lose it is different from a common person's struggle. The message is positive though! 😊

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