People Stunned to See Zac Efron Looking 'More Like Himself' in New Photos

Zac Efron's latest social media post has stunned fans, not just because of his action-ready physique. A series of photos from his latest film sparked a flood of comments.

Celebrated actor Zac Efron has left tongues wagging following his latest social media post. On Wednesday, May 14, the Hollywood star shared a new set of behind-the-scenes photos from his upcoming film "Judgement Day."

The 37-year-old actor appeared shirtless, covered with fake blood, while flaunting a dramatically sculpted physique in a snug white vest top. Fans quickly noticed something else: a familiar look that reminded many of the "old Zac."

The photos, uploaded to Efron's Instagram, capture the actor in between takes. He showed off his arms bulging with muscle and his body streaked with dirt. In one selfie, he stands before a mirror, blood dripping down his temple. His biceps may steal the show, but it's his face that's sparking conversation.

Alongside shots with castmate Jimmy Tatro, Efron captioned the post: "Back at it 🎬." But the understated message couldn't mask the wave of attention the images sparked. While many admired Efron's appearance, a recurring theme quickly emerged in the comment section: relief.

Followers pointed out that the actor looked more like he used to before a string of recent appearances had drawn speculation about cosmetic procedures. "Looking very well 🔥," one fan commented. Another wrote, "Finally looking more like himself." Echoing the sentiment, someone added, "He looks more like himself without the lip fillers."

Some netizens also raised questions. "Whys [sic] he looking normal again 🤔," one asked. Another wrote, "Y'all see it too right? His jaw looks better! Amazing recovery after that terrible accident."

One person even noted a possible change in facial swelling, "He's looking a lot more like himself. Young and cute. Maybe the jaw has less swelling? Doesn't look quite as bulked up in the face as he did in the last flick." Another summed up the wave of recognition with, "I see the old Zac again!! Yesss."

Though Efron has not publicly addressed the latest round of comments, this isn't the first time his appearance has fueled online chatter. Much of it stems from a serious injury he suffered over a decade ago.

In 2013, Efron experienced a near-fatal accident that dramatically altered his facial structure. Reports revealed that the actor slipped in a puddle of water near the entrance of his Los Angeles home.

The fall was so severe that he broke his jaw and sustained a deep gash that required stitches, including having his mouth wired shut.

While he recovered physically, the aftermath sparked years of speculation. Many wondered whether cosmetic procedures were involved as his face changed over time. The conversation intensified with every public appearance, leading to widespread rumors of plastic surgery.

In 2022, Efron opened up about the incident in an interview with Entertainment Tonight during the Toronto International Film Festival. He was promoting his film "The Greatest Beer Run Ever" when he finally addressed the accident and the speculation.

"My mom told me. I don't really read the internet," he told ET's Rachel Smith, brushing off the online buzz. The rumors, he explained, didn't bother him. What mattered more was the seriousness of what he endured. "It was funny," he said about the plastic surgery claims. "It sucks. I almost died, but we're good."

Despite the gravity of the injury, Efron handled the attention with calm detachment. His remarks didn't just set the record straight — they shed light on a private health scare that had long been misunderstood.