From Stefan To...........

Paul Wesley on How His Amira & Sam Character Is Different Than Stefan

 

 

We love Paul Wesley as the hero-haired Stefan Salvatore on The Vampire Diaries, but that doesn’t mean we’re not eager to see the actor exercise his acting muscles in other roles — like his role in indie film Sam & Amira. The TVDer recently chatted with MTV News about the project, including how his character in the film differs from good guy Stefan...

“This guy is definitely more human [than Stefan], and I mean that literally and figuratively,” Paul said of the morally-questionable cousin of main character Sam he plays in the film. “He’s very flawed. He eschews this enormous amount of confidence, but he’s really just falling apart; he’s this vulnerable, weak person who is doing all of these questionable things in terms of illegal activities on Wall Street. It was such a welcome change from what I do on a daily basis, where [Stefan] is all-knowing and confident, and he’s always doing the right thing. I really think it was a 180, and I hope audiences can see that.”
Sam & Amira tells the love story of Army veteran Sam (Martin Starr) and Iraqi immigrant Amira (Dina Shihabi) who strike up an unexpected relationship when Amira’s brother asks Sam to let Amira stay at his house to evade deportation. Paul plays Sam’s condescending Wall Street cousin who uses Sam’s veteran status as a way to garner clients.
The themes of the film are ones close to Paul’s heart as a first-generation American. He told MTV News: “What I love about it is America really is comprised of immigrants, including my own family. I’m first generation. I hope people see [the movie] and appreciate it. That’s what I loved about New York growing up — I was always around different cultures. It’s great to do this movie, because even people who aren’t exposed to different culture like I was will take something away from it.”
The Vampire Diaries airs Thursday nights at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.

Shirtless Angry Man!

Paul Wesley Always Has a "Shirtless, Angry Man" in His Trailer — Why?

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Why does Paul Wesley have a “large, shirtless, angry man” in his trailer on the Vampire Diaries set? The truth is finally out! Hear Paul tell the hilarious story on The Talk.

“I have someone special waiting for me in my trailer at all times. It’s a large, shirtless, angry man,” Paul told the women of The Talk while he was there promoting his new indie film, Sam & Amira. He brought along a photo and, it turns out, said “man” in question is actually a punching dummy Paul has dressed up to look fairly intimidating — much to the shock of the rest of the cast.
“So, basically, I like to box,” Paul explained. “So, I set this guy up, but I set him up to look like a scary dude. And so, now, whenever somebody comes into my dressing room, there’s an audible shriek because this guy’s standing there, staring at them when they come in.”
Oh, how we love stories of the TVD set! Paul went on to make us laugh explaining that he wouldn’t actually hire someone to box with him because: “I’m just like an actor boxer. I only hit things that don’t hit back. I’m not a real boxer. I’m not like Mickey Rourke. I’m a CW actor boxer.”
This isn’t the first time we’ve heard about the accoutrements of Paul’s trailer. Nina Dobrevonce gave him a portrait of herself to hang out in celebration of his directorial debut, and we know that Paul has a history of lurking inside of other people’s dressing rooms — at least the cardboard version of himself. It was last seen hanging out in Daniel Gillies’ dressing room, as evidenced by this photo Paul himself took. Basically, you should brace yourselves whenever entering any of the TVD cast members’ trailers. You never know what you might find.
The Vampire Diaries airs Thursday nights at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.

A Shirtless Scene!

'Vampire Diaries' star Paul Wesley on why he cut a shirtless scene from the episode he directed

 Last season, The Vampire Diaries‘ Paul Wesley took a seat behind the camera for his directorial debut with “Resident Evil,” after which he let it slip that he had cut a shirtless Stefan scene. Now in season six, Wesley has returned to the director’s chair for this week’s “Woke Up With a Monster.” And although he might be more comfortable in his directorial role this time around, one thing hasn’t changed: He’s still cutting shirtless scenes.

Wesley talked to EW about his experience directing the episode, what fans can expect, and that shirtless moment we’ll never see.


PAUL WESLEY: It was easier on me mentally. I’ll tell you why else it was easier: I literally had no locations. My entire episode was indoors, on the studio, so I didn’t have to worry about weather, I didn’t have to worry about the sun going down. It’s a rare, rare thing. But apart from the logistics of it, I was much more comfortable in the director chair. I really trusted the process and it was a really pleasurable experience. Not that the other one wasn’t; it just was like I felt more comfortable in my own skin, in a way.

Going into it, was there anything you knew you wanted to do differently from your first experience with directing?
I definitely let go of some control, and by that I mean you just let people do their jobs. And not that I didn’t do that on the last one—it’s just that I really wanted everything to go so well that I almost was mentally psyching myself out. [But] on this one I was like, “I know how this is going to go, I know what’s going to happen, I know what I’m going to do, and I know what everyone else is capable of, so I’m going to trust the process.” Don’t get me wrong, there’s still bumps in the road, but that comes with the job.

In this episode, we know Kai is hiding Elena. Did that mystical element present a challenge for you?
This episode in my opinion is a much more grounded episode. It’s actually not as mystical. There’s not a lot of mythology in my episode; it’s really about the more tender moments. The best and most exciting moments are the moments when we step away from all of that and we really get down to some beautiful interaction between two characters that is really intimate. What I love about my episode is that it is fast-paced, fast-paced, fast-paced, exciting, entertaining, and then it sort of slows down and there’s this moment of real tenderness, which I think is so important on our show. It’s all about the people and there’s some really beautiful moments and amazing performances. I’m excited about that interesting sort of juxtaposition.

Speaking of those moments, we know that Stefan and Caroline are headed to North Carolina. But Stefan is also secretly going to see Sarah Salvatore, so is he still being a good friend to Caroline?
Yeah, for sure. He really cares about her. He really loves her. That’s not even a question. That’s never really something that he doubts. But it’s true; in the story they go there together, but then they kind of separate. They kind of go their own ways to do their own things and investigate their own personal interests.

With Sarah coming into present day, how will seeing her affect Stefan?
I don’t really know what their relationship is like. We haven’t explored it a hell of a lot, but for me—it sounds a little weird since they look like they’re the same age—but it’s almost like his little daughter that he’s proud of. It’s like his little project. It’s almost like he’s her godfather. [He’s] like, “Okay, I’m going to look out for this kid.”

The last time you directed, you talked about taking out a shirtless scene. Were there any last-minute tweaks this time around?
I actually think I took out a shirtless scene again.

You did not.
I swear to God. Stefan wakes up and then he has to walk around the house and I’m like, “Does he wake up shirtless and then you want me to do like nine scenes shirtless, walking around the house? This is ridiculous. He wakes up, I need to put a shirt on.” That was my pitch. Because that’s what I would do. If I had to go downstairs and talk to [people], I would put a shirt on. It’s like the Playgirl mansion or something…

Ian Somerhalder is currently directing his first episode. Did you give him any advice?
You know, not really. He didn’t really ask me for any so I didn’t offer any. [Laughs] I think the biggest advice I would give to any actor who’s directing and also acting at the same time is don’t even watch your coverage. You do a scene and then, you know what you did, it doesn’t matter what you look like. Ask your DP if the focus was good, ask him if the shot looks good, trust your DP and move on. Otherwise you’re going to spend hours criticizing yourself because that’s what we do as actors. We’re never satisfied with ourselves. Maybe I’ll watch literally six seconds of it just to make sure that it was set up the way I wanted to, but other than that, I do not want to watch myself. I have no interest in watching myself act.

Bromance!

12 Adorable Things That Prove Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley's Bromance Is the Real Deal

 

 

The Vampire Diaries cast are well known for being a family (albeit a dysfunctional one!) but the relationship between Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder is arguably the most adorable of them all.
Not convinced? Below are 14 adorable moments that prove this pair's bromance is totally the real deal!

They aren't afraid to let their true feelings show...

 

 

...And luckily, they are totally mutual

 

 

But they aren't above a bit of good natured banter...

 

 

...And they ALWAYS kiss and make up

 

 

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In fact, they can't keep their hands off each other!

 

 

And they have been known to stare at each other like they are the only people in the room!

 

 

These guys are so comfortable with each other that they can share anything, even a bed.

 

 

They mirror each others body language which is a sure sign of affection

 

 

Sure, sometimes they wind each other up like they really are the brothers that they play on screen

 

 

But you'd have to be a fool to miss that fact that the love they have for each other is totally real...

 

 

...And one of the cutest things we've ever seen <3

 

 

Think YOU can think of better reasons?

A Stelena Reunion?

‘The Vampire Diaries': A Stelena Reunion Isn’t ‘Out Of The Question’

I know, Steroline fans — it’s almost time for that kiss we’ve been waiting way too long for. But Paul Wesley has some news: there’s still hope for a future between Stefan and Elena. Wait a minute, what?!

With The Vampire Diaries finally returning after their all-too-long winter break, Paul Wesley will take the director’s chair. Of course, that means he has a lot to say about what’s going on, and the future of Stefan and Caroline. In a new interview, he revealed that while Steroline is totally happening, that doesn’t mean Stelena’s not.

“I don’t think it’s out of the question,” Paul told People magazine about the possibility of Stefan reuniting romantically with Elena. “I think it’s contingent upon the writing – writers are really magicians. They can come up with anything, and it just depends on what the audience wants. Writers can make it seem like Caroline and Stefan are the end game, and suddenly switch it on a dime and then everyone is rooting for Stefan and Elena. You never know on this show, but I think that’s what keeps it fresh and exciting.”
Yes, “everything he does revolves around Caroline at this point,” Paul told our sister site, TVLine.com, but that doesn’t mean that’s how it’ll be forever. We all know the show can change at any moment — at one point we actually liked Caroline with Tyler, so that’s a clear point!
Regardless, we know that when Paul steps behind the camera, it’s going to be amazing.
“There’s a scene at the end of the episode, the final sequence, and it really puts my episode on the map in terms of having an effect,” he told TVLine. “It’s really effecting. I don’t want to reveal what happens, but it’s a scene that has a really interesting twist and leaves you going, ‘Oh, sh-t!'”

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Shirtless!

‘TVD’ Hottie Paul Wesley Goes Shirtless On Beach With Phoebe Tonkin

 

 

Talk about a hot couple–literally! ‘The Vampire Diaries’ star Paul Wesley was featured in girlfriend Phoebe Tonkin’s beach selfie. Luckily for us, Paul happens to be shirtless in the pic. Check it out inside!

The Vampire Diaries star, Paul Wesley, 32, recently enjoyed a beach vacation in Mexico with girlfriend, The Originals star, Phoebe Tonkin, 25. The gorgeous couple was so kind as to post a beach selfie to Instagram, and we’ve got the adorable pic right here!

That is one good looking (and talented) couple! It looks like Paul and Phoebe enjoyed a relaxing New Year’s holiday on the beach before returning to their busy 2015 schedules.

In the super cute pic, which Phoebe posted to her Instagram on Sunday, Jan. 4, the couple sports matching dark sunglasses, while Paul tops off his look with a hat. Also visible in the pic is just a hint of Paul’s sexy arm tattoo. Yes, please!
The trip has been well-documented thanks to Phoebe’s Instagram, and it seems like the happy couple had a great time. Some of Phoebe’s other vacation photos have included a serene-looking cup of tea posted next to her black sunglasses and an absolutely gorgeous beach shot, complete with palm trees blowing in the wind and the accompanying hashtag #nye. Um, jealous! What a way to ring in the new year!

Cutes Dudes!

Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley on Set Will Make You Swoon

 

We’ve made no secret of our love for the Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley bromance, or for our appreciation of any and all Defan storylines on The Vampire Diaries. Our love for these two characters, and the actors who play them, knows no bounds — which is why we’re so in love with this recent behind-the-scenes photo of Ian and Paul from the TVD set. Check out their gorgeousness!

“These two dudes on set- Stefan and Damon Salvatore shot by the magnificent genius- @chrisgrismer,” Ian captioned an Instagram photo that has Ian and Paul playing their vampire counterparts. In the pic, they are standing side-by-side in shadow, with Stefan looking expectantly over at a worried Damon. What could be going down in Season 6, Episode 14 to have these boys so pensive?
This isn’t the only photo director Chris Grismer took on set. He also snapped a similar shot of Ian with Nina Dobrev. Nina is looking at the camera with a smirk on her face, and both she and Ian look oh-so-cool as their on-screen personas. We were already excited to see this episode because of Chris’ return as director and the ep’s simple-yet-powerful title, but these shots up our anticipation level even further. They also make us want an entirely black-and-white episode of TVD. How cool would that be? Make it happen, show!

 

Opens Up!

Phoebe Tonkin Opens Up About Relationship With Paul Wesley

Paul Wesley and Phoebe Tonkin are definitely one of our favorite couples in the Vampire Diaries and Originals universe, but they tend to keep to themselves and not open up about their relationship. But the 25-year-old Aussie actress recently opened up about her beau and it’s the most adorable thing we’ve read lately.

“My most memorable holiday to date was when I recently rented a house in Mexico with my boyfriend,” she told Lara Bingle of The Base. “We spent the week drinking margaritas, riding bikes, eating guacamole and reading books by the sea. It was so simple and so perfect.”

Collective awww, everyone!

Phoebe went on to chronicle her awesome childhood growing up in Australia. This actress, who would later play a mermaid on H2O: Just Add Water before diving into supernatural roles, was quite the beach-goer when she was just a kiddo. And you better believe Phoebe was a stickler for putting on her sunscreen!

“I grew up by the ocean, my high school overlooked Balmoral Beach in Sydney,” she continues. “I remember wearing my bathers under my school uniform and jumping in the water before school. I'd always find sand in everything from my shoes to my pencil case.”

But Why?

Paul Wesley Is Wearing a Wedding Ring — But Why?

We know Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley is loving life with girlfriend and former co-star Phoebe Tonkin — you can see it all over the interwebs. So when we saw him share a photo wearing a wedding ring and another lady by his side, we definitely took notice. What’s going on in this oh-so-sweet snapshot?

The lucky gal who is sporting a wedding band beside Paul is none-other-than Eva Amurri Martino, aka Susan Sarandon’s daughter. Eva and Paul — along with a slew of other powerhouse thespians including Laura Dern, Sharon Stone, and Susan herself — are starring in the upcoming 2015 filmMother’s Day. Paul is playing a character named Kevin, an artsy pastry chef who’s romantically entangled with Eva’s character, Gayle.

Just in case you’re wondering whether or not Paul can pull off the pastry chef look, don’t fret. We might go as far as saying Paul looks even more adorable wearing a white apron than he does snapping necks and sipping blood on The Vampire Diaries. There’s really no role we think this dude would look bad in, but we’re super excited to see him tackle this one.

Bonus: Paul’s biggest fan seems to be Eva’s newborn babe, Marlowe! Babies love him, what can we say?

Double Dates!

Paul Wesley & Phoebe Tonkin Double Date With Candice Accola & Joe King

The stars of The Vampire Diaries tend to keep their personal lives private, but sometimes they step out with their significant others and share those oh-so-sweet moments with us. That’s the case forPaul Wesley and Candice Accola, who recently stepped out with girlfriend Phoebe Tonkin and husband Joe King, respectively, at TrevorLIVE Los Angeles on December 7.

While Paul and his Originals girlfriend didn’t walk the red carpet together, Candice and her Fray guitarist hubby had no problem walking arm-in-arm. Everyone’s style was pretty much perfect at the star-studded event — but we’re especially drawn to Candice’s By Malene Birger skirt paired with the Alexander Wang top. Flawless, if you ask us!

Something we love even more about this adorable foursome hanging out together? Only the fact that Paul and Candice’s characters, Stefan Salvatore and Caroline Forbes, are one of our most anticipated romances of TVD ever. If Steroline is kind of happening in the real world, it needs to happen on TV right now.

Holidays With Boyfriend!

Soaking up some sun! Phoebe Tonkin shows off bikini body while opening up about her latest holiday with boyfriend Paul Wesley on gal pal Lara Bingle's website 

She has come along way from her roots as a beach loving student in Australia.

But actress Phoebe Tonkin hasn't forgotten her past after opening up to gal pal and model Lara Bingle on her blog The Base on Wednesday.

The 25-year-old posed in a cheetah print bikini while reminiscing on her life by the ocean and a recent holiday with her boyfriend, fellow actor Paul Wesley, calling their time together 'so simple and so perfect.'

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Soaking up some sun: Australian actress Phoebe Tonkin showed off her bikini body on Wednesday in a post featured on Lara Bingle's blog, The Base

The Vampire Diaries star posed on a picturesque beach, baring her enviable stomach while soaking up some sun.

She looked as if she had just enjoyed a dip in the ocean as droplets of water were scattered across her body.

Phoebe opened up to fellow Australian personality Lara, 27, in a post on her blog, which is dedicated to her new bronzing and tanning line titled The Base by Lara Bingle.

'My name is Phoebe Tonkin and I'm an actress,' penned the brunette beauty.

'I grew up by the ocean, my high school overlooked Balmoral Beach in Sydney. I remember wearing my bathers under my school uniform and jumping in the water before school.'

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Say cheese: In the post the 25-year-old opened up about a recent holiday she shared with boyfriend and fellow actor Paul Wesley

She went on to explain that she would always find sand in everything, and emphasised the importance of sunscreen, especially as an Australian. 

'Protection from the sun is my number one priority. From as young as I remember my mum has been slathering sunscreen on my sister and I.'

The Originals star added that she misses living close to the ocean and loves spending summer by the beach. 

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Cute couple: The screen star said the pair rented a house together in Mexico and spent the week drinking margaritas 

She then went onto recount a recent holiday she had with her boyfriend, Vampire Diaries star Paul, saying they rented a house together in Mexico.

'We spent the week drinking margaritas, riding bikes, eating guacamole and reading books by the sea. It was so simple and so perfect.'

The pair first met on the set of The Vampire Diaries when Phoebe made her debut on the show in late 2012.

He was previously married to Pretty Little Liars actress Torrey DeVitto - the couple were divorced in December 2013.

While Paul is still a staple on Diaries, Phoebe has since moved onto it's spin off show The Originals. 

Before her US breakthrough, Phoebe first found fame playing a mermaid on the Australian series H20: Just Add Water. 

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Gal pals: Phoebe's post was published on Lara's website which is dedicated to her new bronzing and tanning line titled The Base

Sexiest Chef Ever!

Paul Wesley Is the Sexiest Chef Ever

   

Not everyone can pull off a chef’s uniform. But, in case you were wondering, Paul Wesley totally can. The Vampire Diaries actor (and director!) posted a photo of himself donning the iconic white double-breasted jacket, and he may just be the sexiest chef ever...

“Faux movie chef for the day,”captioned the Instagram photo of himself in his chef’s uniform (sadly, sans hat). The actor is filming scenes for the upcoming filmMother’s Day, and we are veryexcited. The film stars Susan Sarandon, Sharon Stone, and Susan’s daughter, Eva Amurri Martino. In the flick, Paul plays Kevin, the artsy pastry chef and boyfriend of Eva’s character. We don’t know much past these details, but we’re eager to see Paul take on more roles outside of the TVDuniverse.

Paul is also appearing in two indie films coming out of the New York City filmmaking scene. Amira & Sam tells the story of an Army veteran and an Iraqi refugee who fall in love, while Before I Disappear is about a man who, at the lowest point in his life, gets a call from his sister asking him to look after his 11-year-old niece. In both films, Paul holds supporting roles — both of them as unsavory, villain-like characters. We’re interested to see if Paul will continue to take on more morally-challenged characters to set himself apart from Hero-Haired Stefan.

What do you think of Paul’s chef look? What sorts of roles would you like to see Paul taking moving forward? Sound off in the comments below!

The Vampire Diaries airs Thursday nights at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.

Chat It Up!

Nina Dobrev & Paul Wesley Chat It Up on 'Vampire Diaries' Set

Nina Dobrev is all bundled up while filming scenes for her hit show The Vampire Diaries on Thursday (November 20) in Atlanta, Ga.

The 25-year-old actress was seen shooting scenes with co-star Paul Wesley.

Though Nina was busy with the CW show, she still took the time to voice her concern over AIDS on the same day.

“Every day 650 babies are born with HIV. Join the fight to #endAIDS with @RED! Here’s how,” Nina tweeted.

Amira & Sam

Paul Wesley in the Trailer For His New Film Amira & Sam

Paul Wesley sure knows how to pick indie film roles! The Vampire Diaries actor stars in the upcoming release Amira & Sam, and it sounds like it could become an instant classic. How can you see Paul’s new flick?

Amira & Sam is a love story between Army veteran Sam and Iraqi immigrant Amira. The two strike up an unlikely relationship when Amira’s brother asks Sam to let Amira stay at his house, as she is at risk of being deported. Paul plays Sam’s slimeball Wall Street cousin who uses Sam’s veteran status as a way to make deals with prospective clients. In the latest promo, we see Paul’s character telling Sam: “Nothing is happening. You’re not gonna find anything. You’re being crazy, man.” (Oh, Paul, you play such a convincing sleaze.) Amira & Sam will be released in theaters and on VOD on January 30.

This is the second recent role that has Paul playing a less-than-savory character in an indie film. He also appears in Before I Disappear as an eagerly-angered bowling alley manager standing in the way of the main character’s redemption. Both movies filmed in NYC, one of the reasons Paul was interested in the roles. He told Huffpost Live: “I like doing sort of gritty, urban stories. I do tend to gravitate towards that,” Paul continued, implying that he might continue to focus on similar projects moving forward. Gulp, after The Vampire Diaries.

Before I Disappear Trailer

Paul Wesley Looks Nearly Unrecognizable in Before I Disappear Trailer 

There’s no such thing as too much Paul Wesley — even when the Vampire Diaries star is playing an easily-angered bowling alley manager standing in the way of another’s salvation. If that sounds oddly specific, it’s because it describes Paul’s supporting role in indie film Before I Disappear, which is currently making waves on the festival circuit. Check out the new trailer, featuring a very scruffy Paul Wesley.Paul doesn’t get much screentime in the two-minute trailer, but what we do see of him — and this film — only makes us want to see more. This is a decidedly unchivalrous character Paul is playing in debut feature film from director/writer/star Shawn Christensen. Gone is Stefan’s “hero hair.” In it’s place, an air of contempt and general sliminess.  

Before I Disappear tells the story of Richie (Christensen), a suicidal screw-up who receives a call from his sister, Maggie (played by Shameless Emmy Rossum), at the lowest point of his life. Estranged for several years, Richie’s sister asks him to pick up his precocious niece, Sophia, because Maggie herself has been mysteriously detained. This begins a night of terrible babysitting and, dare we say it, some soul-searching as the two go from reluctant companions to something closer to  family.

The film won the audience award in the Narrative Feature category at South By Southwest, an honor of which Paul seemed especially proud. “Congrats to the cast and crew of @B4IDisappear Winners of the #SXSW audience award.  @dreamsick @perlmutations @FatimaPtacek @emmyrossum,” Paultweeted after the big announcement back in March.

We can’t wait to see this film — and to see how it does in theaters. With the end of TVD eventual, we’re excited to see its cast members creating and finding other opportunities to showcase their many talents.

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It Will End After Season 7!!

'Vampire Diaries' Ending: Paul Wesley Hints Show Will End After Season 7

Only two of the three stars of the show, which is currently airing season 6, have signed on to return for the next season, and there are rumours of the show moving on to the next season without one of the main characters.

And now, Wesley feels that not many of the storylines will work past season 7.

"I definitely think the show has another year in it. Past that, I don't know - I'm not sure. I don't know if the storylines work. I don't know if anyone's going to be around. It's such a hard thing to say, but I think the show has another year in it," he told Tri-Town News, reported Fashion & Style.

While it is yet unknown who hasn't signed up for the next season, rumours indicate that it could either be Ian Somerhalder, who plays Damon Salvatore, or Nina Dobrev, who essays the role of his love interest Elena Gilbert. While Dobrev is slowly transitioning into movies, Somerhalder has a charitable foundation that might take up more of his time, if he decides to quit.

There were also talks of a rift between Dobrev and Somerhalder, which has supposedly made working together difficult for the former lovers.

Reportedly, Somerhalder has been flaunting his new relationship with Nikki Reed on the sets of "The Vampire Diaries," and this has been causing a lot of friction between the two.

However, Somerhalder addressed the rumour recently, stating there was no awkwardness on the sets.

"Everything is incredible right now, there are no rifts, there are no tiffs, there's nothing, it's incredible," he said, according to Fansshare. "I think typically, when you do a television show you live in a world of drama. Drama creates story, story creates drama, so it's all very Shakespearean in a way. People like t find the drama in life. We're extremely fortunate on our show, it's a giant love fest, everyone loves each other, it's pretty awesome."