Keith Urban recently found himself in the spotlight, not just for his music but also due to his wife Nicole Kidman’s latest film, the provocative thriller *Babygirl*. During an appearance on *The Sunday Project*, comedian David Walliams playfully steered the conversation towards Nicole’s daring new project. Walliams, known for his cheeky sense of humor, inquired, “Have you seen Nicole’s new movie, *Babygirl*? It’s supposed to be quite the erotic thriller.”

Caught off guard, Keith admitted he hadn’t yet watched it but expressed eagerness. With a bashful smile, he confessed, “Very much,” and spoke about how proud he is of Nicole’s fearless approach to her roles. “She’s incredibly brave with her choices,” Keith remarked, his admiration unmistakable.

The interview wasn’t solely focused on Nicole’s bold career moves. Keith also shared thrilling news for his fans: his return to Australia for a tour. “I’m thrilled to be coming back and playing,” he announced enthusiastically. The High and Alive World Tour will commence on August 13, 2025, at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and will include stops in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Wollongong. This promises a series of electrifying performances that fans eagerly anticipate.

Meanwhile, Nicole Kidman has been generating significant buzz with her role in *Babygirl*, a film already being hailed as one of her most provocative projects. At 57, Nicole has taken on the challenging role of Romy Mathis, a powerful New York business executive who embarks on a risky affair with a much younger intern, portrayed by rising star Harris Dickinson. The film delves into complex themes of desire, power, and personal liberation, drawing comparisons to Nicole’s earlier work in *Eyes Wide Shut* with then-husband Tom Cruise.

Nicole revealed the intense experience of filming such a daring project required careful coordination and trust. An intimacy coordinator and a closed set were essential to creating a safe environment for the actors during explicit scenes. “This film is about much more than just sex; it’s about desire, inner thoughts, secrets, marriage, truth, power, and consent,” Nicole explained at the Venice Film Festival. “This is one woman’s story, and I hope it’s a very liberating one.”

Nicole emphasized how working with Halina Reijn, the film’s writer and director, added a unique dimension to the experience. “It was very important to me that this story was told through a woman’s perspective. Halina’s vision and script made this project feel very special,” she noted. Exploring the complexities of her character without judgment was crucial to her approach.

Despite the project’s challenges, Nicole described the filming process as “delicate, intimate, and deep.” While sharing the final product with the world makes her feel “exposed and vulnerable,” she never felt exploited during filming. “There was so much care taken by everyone involved. We were gentle with each other, and it all felt very authentic and real,” she shared.

*Babygirl* opens powerfully with Romy convincingly faking an orgasm during sex with her husband, played by Antonio Banderas. She then retreats to another room to explore her desires further. Unlike many previous erotic dramas, *Babygirl* portrays female desire in a way that doesn’t destroy the character’s life. Romy remains professionally successful and married by the film’s conclusion.

Nicole has spoken openly about her apprehension regarding the public’s reaction to the film. In an interview with *Vanity Fair*, she confessed uncertainty about having the “bravery” to watch *Babygirl* during its premiere at the Venice Film Festival. “I’ve done films that are quite exposing before, but nothing like this,” she admitted, calling *Babygirl* the most “exposing” film of her career.

As she prepares for the film’s release, Nicole has shared that the vulnerability felt during filming has left her feeling “ragged.” “It’s like, wow, I’m doing this, and now the world is going to see it. That’s a very strange feeling,” she said.