Known for his rippling muscles and thick head of hair, Hugh Jackman is almost unrecognisable in a recent Instagram photo.

The 45-year-old Wolverine actor yesterday shared a photo of himself sporting a shaved head and a lot of facial hair.

The reason for the new bald look?

The Australian is currently filming a new Peter Pan film and is starring as Blackbeard, according to a Daily Mail report.

•Tony Awards report card – how did Hugh do?

Just two days ago Jackman was seen with a full head of hair while performing at the Tony Awards.

His performance received mixed reviews on social media sites like Twitter.