Alexander Skarsgård is embracing bold fashion and provocative storytelling like never before, making headlines on both fronts during his latest appearances.
On the ITV talk show Lorraine, Skarsgård stunned viewers by wearing teeny tiny shorts, a look that host Ranvir Singh called “out there and free.”
Skarsgård himself playfully explained his outfit, saying, “I wanted to be sexy today,” and referenced the British schoolboy aesthetic as part of the fun.
When prompted, he stood to show off the full look, leaving audiences thoroughly entertained.
The moment sparked online buzz, with fans describing him as “Miu Miu it-girl coded” and calling him “Miuccia Prada’s muse.”
Fashion aside, Skarsgård is also receiving serious acclaim for his role in the film Pillion, which had its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
In Pillion, Skarsgård plays Ray, a biker dom who enters into an intense BDSM relationship with a younger man named Colin, portrayed by Harry Melling.
The film is a provocative exploration of power dynamics, submission, and queer identity, wrapped in dark humor and emotional depth.
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Colin is introduced as a gentle, slightly awkward man who lives with his parents and sings in an a cappella group.
After meeting Ray, Colin is drawn into a world of leather, dominance, and emotional complexity, embracing a submissive role almost immediately.
Skarsgård’s Ray is cold and distant, while Melling’s Colin oscillates between eager compliance and subtle doubts.
The film doesn’t portray the relationship as healthy, but it does use the dynamic to explore personal transformation, desire, and identity in queer life.
Critics praised Melling’s performance as a career-defining turn, while Skarsgård’s commanding presence anchors the film with menace and magnetism.
With its mix of eroticism, humor, and emotional nuance, Pillion stands out as a daring and complex addition to LGBTQ+ cinema.
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