Nicholas Hoult for Esquire Singapore: Behind-the-scenes of our November cover shoot in New York City

He's played Salinger, Tolkien and Tesla, but on the eve of his 30s, Nicholas Hoult is only just getting started. Starring in a new film, The Favourite, alongside a powerhouse of female actors—the likes of Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz—the affable and generous Brit talks to us about his iconic roles, being raised by women, and the creative surge of fatherhood in our November cover story. Check out this behind-the-scenes video of our cover shoot in New York City for our November 'Man in the Mirror' issue of Esquire Singapore. To see the full spread, and read the interview, grab your copy on newsstands or subscribe (http://esquiresg.com/subscribe/) to get it sent directly to your doorstep (or inbox). Video: Tim Romero Editor-in-chief: Norman Tan Photography: Michael Schwartz Stylist: Fabio Immediato