Netizens are discussing Millie Bobby Brown’s appearance at an event for her new movie, with many swooning over her look and defending her against critics.
On March 4, 2025, Hollywood star Millie Bobby Brown, 21, stepped onto the red carpet at the London special screening of “The Electric State.” She instantly commanded attention with a bold and glamorous fashion statement.
Dressed in a dazzling deep red sequined gown, the 21-year-old actress embraced full-on Hollywood drama. The strapless design featured a softly draped neckline, offering a refined touch, while the curve-hugging silhouette highlighted her figure effortlessly. The gown’s shimmering fabric caught the light at every angle, giving Brown a radiant, almost ethereal glow.
Millie Bobby Brown at the Special Screening of “The Electric State” in London, England on March 4, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Millie Bobby Brown paired her dress with matching red open-toe heels, adding cohesion and elegance to her ensemble. Her platinum blonde hair, styled in loose, tousled waves, framed her face beautifully, giving a modern edge to her old-school glam.
Her bold red lips provided the ultimate finishing touch, perfectly mirroring the tone of her dress, while Brown’s defined brows and soft smoky eyes balanced the dramatic lip color.
Millie Bobby Brown posing on the red carpet. | Source: Getty Images
With minimal jewelry, the “Stranger Things” talent allowed her striking gown and confident presence to do all the talking.
Following Brown’s glamorous appearance at the event, online spectators were quick to share their thoughts—and opinions were anything but unanimous. While many praised her bold beauty choices, others sparked a debate about her mature appearance.
Millie Bobby Brown posing for cameras. | Source: Getty Images
“She looks so much older than she really is 🤔” remarked one commenter, while another added, “21 like 31,” directly comparing her youthful age to her more sophisticated styling.
However, Brown’s supporters were just as vocal, rushing to her defense and celebrating her daring fashion moment. One admirer called for critics to ease up, chastizing, “Honestly can yall [sic] stop critiquing this young woman’s looks?! Like go ahead and dissect the fashion but she is barely 21. Leave her alone!”
A close-up photo of Millie Bobby Brown at the screening. | Source: Getty Images
An admirer declared, “I actually like the blonde with the red lips,” while someone else couldn’t get enough of her vibrant ensemble, gushing, “She looks flawless in red 🙌🔥🔥🔥.” Another fan swooned over how much they loved Brown’s red lip look.
Meanwhile, a spectator offered a possible explanation for the discourse, noting how it was just the makeup that made Brown appear slightly older than she is.
Millie Bobby Brown looks on during “The Electric State” Special Screening. | Source: Getty Images
Despite the mixed chatter, many fans embraced Brown’s evolving sense of style. Some praised her for experimenting and having fun with her look, with one user noting how beautiful she appeared and how much they appreciated her trying out new things. Someone else simply admired the stunning color choice of her dress, calling it “fantastic on her.”
A long shot of Millie Bobby Brown’s entire look. | Source: Getty Images
Brown’s widely discussed appearance at “The Electric State” special screening comes after she attended the film’s premiere with her famous husband Jake Bongiovi on February 27.
While she certainly made a statement in her stunning nude illusion dress, it was her physical appearance that had online viewers buzzing with pregnancy speculations.
Brown’s gown created a sheer effect with a nude base fabric that blended seamlessly with her skin tone. The dress had intricate pale blue embroidery, which added a delicate, elegant touch. Its fitted silhouette accentuated her curves, and shimmering beadwork caught the light, enhancing the design.
Millie Bobby Brown at the premiere of “The Electric State” at Callao Cinema in Madrid, Spain on February 27, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
To elevate the look, Brown draped a striking blue shawl over her arms. The deeper shade complemented the embroidery on her dress. Her blonde hair was another highlight of the evening. She styled her locks in voluminous waves, parted to the side for a retro-inspired finish.
Millie Bobby Brown posing for the cameras at the premiere. | Source: Getty Images
Keeping her makeup understated, she went for glossy nude lips and a soft flush on her cheeks, which added just the right amount of warmth to her look.
Millie Bobby Brown attends the premiere of “The Electric State.” | Source: Getty Images
Brown’s general appearance at the event prompted online discussions. Some people couldn’t help but wonder if there was something more to her appearance, with one asking, “Is she pregnant?”
Millie Bobby Brown smiling for cameras. | Source: Getty Images
The curiosity didn’t stop there, as another chimed in with, “She looks pregnant to me…. I might be wrong.” A netizen with similar thoughts shared, “I thought she looked pregnant too. That was actually my first thought.”
Beyond the pregnancy speculation, another observer remarked, “She’s unrecognizable and looks very much older!” A fellow spectator concurred, “I was thinking the same she actually looks very unwell..still beautiful as ever but just unwell and tired.”
Millie Bobby Brown at the premiere in Madrid, Spain. | Source: Getty Images
Brown has been tagging along with her husband, Bongiovi, as she promotes her latest movie. The dystopian sci-fi film stars fellow A-listers Chris Pratt and Woody Harrelson and follows an orphaned teenager, played by Brown.
Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt posing for photos together. | Source: Getty Images
Brown’s character travels across the American West with a kind yet mysterious robot and an eccentric drifter in search of her younger brother. The movie is set to premiere on Netflix on March 14.
Millie Bobby Brown attends the press conference of “The Electric State” at Four Seasons Hotel in Madrid, Spain on February 27, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
During the event in Madrid, Bongiovi supported his wife, whom he married in 2024, as she graced the red carpet. The 22-year-old model took a more relaxed approach to his premiere outfit, pairing a classic white T-shirt with denim jeans.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi. | Source: Getty Images
He layered the look with a sleek jacket, adding a touch of edge. Bongiovi completed his ensemble with eye-catching brown teddy shoes, which stood out as a bold and cozy choice.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi in Madrid, Spain. | Source: Getty Images
At the premiere of “The Electric State” in Los Angeles, Brown was asked about her experience of being married to Bongiovi for a year.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi attend the World Premiere of Netflix’s “The Electric State” in Los Angeles, California on February 24, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
She reflected, “I think it’s just taught me how grateful you should be to enjoy connection and love and friendship. I’ve had, you know, such a joy being able to be married for a year already, it felt like 2 seconds.”
In 2023, just a year before they tied the knot, Brown opened up about how it felt to fall in love with her husband and let go of her fears. She revealed that she once feared embracing her strength in relationships, believing that being desirable meant staying in the background.
However, with Jake Bongiovi, she feels free to be her true self. “When I met Jake. I just felt I could be loud. He embraced that and encouraged that. And I fell in love with myself while being with him,” she divulged.
Despite feeling secure in her relationship, Brown occasionally questioned whether she was too much. However, Bongiovi noticed her self-doubt and reassured her, though she still found herself asking him why he loved her.
“He listed all these things that I hated about myself. I was like, ‘You see good in those things?’ And he was like, ‘Of course I do.’ Those are things that I love about myself now,” she noted.
Brown also shared that Bongiovi has played a significant role in her journey of self-love and personal growth as a woman. Being with him allows her to embrace herself fully, deepening her appreciation for their relationship. She declared, “Wow, I really love this person because he allows me to love myself.”
Brown’s book, “Nineteen Steps,” written in collaboration with novelist Kathleen McGurl, in a way, mirrors her perspective of how her husband changed her life. The book delves into themes of love and resilience.
The story follows Nellie, a young woman navigating the challenges of World War II while fiercely protecting her family. Amid the turmoil, she falls for an American Air Force pilot, experiencing a love so powerful that she wishes the entire world could share in its joy.
That kind of deep, all-consuming connection is something Brown has found in her own life with Bongiovi. Their bond, marked by an intense and almost surreal closeness, has been a transformative experience for her. “He’s so kind. And his heart is just loving and wonderful and smart,” she enthused.
Interestingly, marriage was never part of Brown’s childhood dreams. Unlike many who envision their perfect wedding day, her aspirations always revolved around motherhood. She longed to have children and to embody the kind of nurturing presence her mother and grandmother had been in her life.
She noted that being a wife was never a priority until she met Bongiovi, who doesn’t demand that she be a “stereotypical wife for him.”
“He wants me to go and do my thing and live my life, and he will hold my hand in the process of that. I was like, ‘Oh, I do want this,'” she shared. Now, Bongiovi supports her fully, appearing by her side at red carpet events. To the pair, marriage is a natural and meaningful step in their journey together.
