London-based pop icon Charli XCX is set to make her cinematic debut with ‘The Moment’, an autobiographical film currently in production. Known for pushing the boundaries of pop music, Charli’s move into filmmaking marks a significant new chapter in her career. Filming is already underway in London, with ‘The Moment’ offering an intimate look at Charli XCX’s life. The project is helmed by director Aidan Zamiri, a frequent collaborator of Charli’s who has previously worked on her visually striking music videos, including ‘360‘ and ‘Guess featuring Billie Eilish‘.
Charli xcx was spotted filming a cab scene outside of the O2 in London for her upcoming film, ‘The moment’ pic.twitter.com/CDUFjGlEdr
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While specific plot details remain under wraps, the mockumentary is expected to blur the lines between documentary and scripted storytelling, capturing both the highs and pressures of being a modern-day pop star. The film’s cast includes actor Alexander Skarsgård and comedian Jamie Demetriou, hinting at a mix of drama and humour. Given Charli XCX’s history of innovative and genre-defying work, ‘The Moment’ is likely to reflect her signature bold and unconventional style.
| Insiders said “Charli is basically playing herself in The Moment and it’s inspired by her story, it’s the story of a pop star prepping for her first headline arena tour, and will show fans exactly what goes into that and how it affects the person at the centre of it all.” https://t.co/P8jMB7dhPD
— allypally (@allypallyxcx) March 19, 2025
Charli XCX first gained attention in the early 2010s with underground electro-pop tracks before breaking into the mainstream with hits like ‘Boom Clap‘ and collaborations with artists such as Iggy Azalea (‘Fancy‘) and Icona Pop (‘I Love It‘). Over the years, she has cemented her reputation as a forward-thinking artist, balancing experimental hyperpop projects with mainstream success. The singer’s sixth studio album ‘Brat‘ (2024) marked a pivotal moment in her career, propelling her from the fringes of pop experimentation to mainstream acclaim.
With ‘The Moment’, Charli XCX is once again breaking new ground but this time in film. While she has not announced immediate plans to return to music after this project, she has a packed schedule for 2025. She has been announced as the first headliner for Manchester’s Parklife festival and will also take the stage at LIDO Festival, where she has personally curated the lineup for her performance day involving artists such as 070 Shake and The Dare.
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As production continues, anticipation for ‘The Moment’ is building. Whether the film will premiere in theaters or debut on a streaming platform has yet to be confirmed. However, with Charli XCX at the helm, one thing is certain – it will be anything but conventional.
