Nicole Kidman and Troye Sivan have teamed up to create a provocative music video for Sivan’s latest single, “She’s the Best.” The video, which features themes of sexuality and nightlife, showcases Kidman in a nightclub setting, adding a layer of glamour and intrigue to the project. This collaboration comes eight years after the pair first worked together on the film “Boy Erased.”
The music video, directed by Gordon von Steiner, is a tribute to the queer culture of 1980s New York, blending elements of glamour, hyper-feminine iconography, sensuality, and high fashion aesthetics. It features appearances by popular drag performers, including Sasha Colby, and Sivan’s sister, Sage Mellet. Sivan himself appears in drag at the end of the video, further emphasizing the queer identity celebrated throughout the piece.
Sivan expressed his admiration for Kidman, describing her as the embodiment of “divine femininity.” This admiration was a key factor in his decision to invite her to participate in the video. The singer recalled their first meeting in 2018, when he received her phone number, and shared a charming anecdote about Kidman interrupting a Zoom meeting with a call, greeting him with, “Hello dear Troye, this is Nik.”
The video serves as a homage to women and femininity, reflecting the influence of women and “feminine” figures in Sivan’s life during the creation of his album. The new album, also titled “She’s the Best,” is set to be released on October 9, 2026.
Troye Sivan, an Australian singer, songwriter, and actor, has been nominated for a Grammy and boasts over 15 billion streams and 10 million albums sold worldwide. His collaboration with Kidman on this project highlights the intersection of celebrity culture and LGBTQ+ representation, a topic that has been significant in media discussions.
The music video has sparked interest not only for its artistic elements but also for its cultural implications, resonating with ongoing conversations about representation and identity. As the video gains attention, it contributes to the broader cultural discourse surrounding themes of sexuality and femininity, particularly in the context of Serbian media, where such discussions have been prominent.
