In an unexpected twist that left fans stunned and festival-goers whispering, the actor’s red-hot temper took center stage at the Venice Film Festival — and not in the way anyone expected.
The 27-year-old “Euphoria” heartthrob, Jacob Elordi — who has captivated audiences with his brooding beauty and intense screen presence — found himself at the center of a viral firestorm after a jaw-dropping altercation unfolded in front of flashing cameras during the premiere of Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein.”
Caught on video by TikTokker @mancrushdaily, Elordi is seen engaged in what appears to be a tense verbal exchange with a festival official. While Elordi’s security remained quietly in the background, it was the actor’s sharp words that cut through the glamour of the moment. He said, “Don’t ever tell me what to do.”
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As the video rocketed across social media platforms, Elordi’s moment of red-carpet rage sparked an avalanche of fury.
On X, the claws were out. “He’s getting a little too big for his britches,” one viewer sneered. Another let loose with a venomous takedown, “Another arrogant waste of life who thinks they are more important than they actually are.” And a third warned ominously, “He has seen himself on TV and has ascended to a higher level.”
“He’s always getting in trouble! The common denominator is always him 👀,” one Instagram commenter fumed while another piled on, “How rude! 🤢” The backlash didn’t stop there.
On TikTok, one commenter declared, “That was really super rude of Elordi.” Another didn’t mince words as they wrote, “Jacob was wrong.” And one more delivered a blunt final blow, “No respect!”
The irony is almost too much to ignore. Elordi was in Venice to promote his most grueling, transformative performance yet — as the tortured creature in Guillermo del Toro’s haunting new take on “Frankenstein.”
According to Variety, the young actor went above and beyond — transforming both physically and emotionally to portray the monstrous yet tortured creation. The role pushed him to the brink, with del Toro raving, “Never once did he come to me and complain. Never once did he come to me and say, ‘I’m tired. I’m hungry. Can I go?’ And he put in 20-hour days.”
According to the acclaimed director, Elordi ran barefoot through forests, scaled the side of a ship, and disappeared into the character in a performance del Toro called “superhuman.”
But it wasn’t just physical. For Elordi, the experience was profound. “It changed me fundamentally — changed the way that I approach performance and the way that I watch movies,” he told the outlet. Del Toro’s vision for the film is deeply emotional, focusing not on science but on the very things the Australian actor is now accused of lacking.
The director explained that the story is about “forgiveness, understanding, and the importance of listening to each other.” A brutal contrast, perhaps, to Elordi’s own words on the red carpet.
“Frankenstein” — which also stars Oscar Isaac as the tortured Victor Frankenstein — is already tipped to be a major awards contender, with a limited theatrical release coming October 17 and a global Netflix debut on November 7.
At a reported $120 million budget, the film is one of Netflix’s biggest gambles — and Elordi’s performance could make or break its success. But with the scandal still smoldering, fans are torn between admiration for his talent and discomfort over his attitude.
In a festival renowned for its elegance, art, and reverence for film, Elordi’s red carpet defiance has left many questioning whether fame has gone to his head — and whether the actor now sees himself as untouchable.
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