In 2001, Nicole Kidman starred with Ewan McGregor in the jukebox musical romantic drama film “Moulin Rouge!”.
Nicole Kidman shines as Satine alongside the vibrant ensemble cast of Moulin Rouge! (Credit: WENN)
Complimented for their vocal abilities, Kidman was also impressed by McGregor’s vocal range.
“I just remember you having this exquisite voice and me going, ‘I’m never going to be able to hit these notes,’” she told Variety. It’s believed Kidman was paid around $7 million for the movie.
Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor share a joyful moment as Satine and Christian in Moulin Rouge! (Credit: WENN)
Premiering on May 9, 2011, at the 2001 Cannes Film Festival, Kidman was 33 years old at the time, and McGregor was 30. She celebrated her 34th birthday on June 20, 2001, while he turned 30 on March 31, 2001.
Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman at the UK premiere of their movie Moulin Rouge! in London on September 3, 2001 (Credit: Elmore Toppin / WENN)
A Challenging Performance: Injuries and Dedication
Fracturing two ribs and injuring her knee while rehearsing a “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” dance routine, she broke a rib getting into an 18-inch waist (45 cm) corset. Due to her injuries, Jodie Foster replaced Kidman in the 2002 American thriller film Panic Room.
“I kept dancing,” Kidman told ET in an interview. “I didn’t realize I’d even broken it for five days. I thought I’d pulled a muscle.”
“I hurt myself dancing in heels at three in the morning and I fell downstairs,” she said on the Graham Norton Show in November 2014.
“I then re-broke my rib getting into a corset. I had this thing that I wanted to get my waist down to 18 inches, which Vivien Leigh had on Gone with the Wind and I was just like, “tighter, tighter!”’
Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor deliver a captivating performance as Satine and Christian in the iconic musical number from Moulin Rouge! (Credit: WENN)
Overcoming the Fear of Singing on Screen
“Moulin Rouge was really hard for me because singing is not something that comes naturally to me. It is so frightening to have to sing in front of people. I get terrified,” she said about singing on screen.
Before diving into her success on stage, it’s important to note that Nicole Kidman’s dedication to her craft has always been evident, whether she’s singing on screen or pushing through physical challenges. After captivating audiences in Moulin Rouge!, she continued to take on new challenges, proving her versatility as an actress not only in film but also on the theater stage.
Nicole Kidman Triumphs on Stage with ‘Photograph 51’
In 2016, Moulin Rouge actress Nicole Kidman had a new beat to add to her already impressive resume: theater.
Nicole Kidman stuns in a delicate floral embroidered gown at the WhatsOnStage Awards on February 21, 2016, at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London (Credit: WENN)
The actress won Best Actress in a Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards in London for her performance in “Photograph 51.”
A Fashion Statement in Gucci at the WhatsOnStage Awards
At the WhatsOnStage Awards, Nicole decided to kill two birds with one stone by turning to Gucci for her dress and shoes.
Nicole Kidman graces the red carpet in a stunning Valentino gown featuring bold floral embroidery and a flowing silhouette at the WhatsOnStage Awards (Credit: WENN)
The actress wore a gathered turtleneck dress, embroidered flowers, and a crystal-and-bead-embellished bird.
Nicole Kidman completes her red carpet look with a pair of sleek black sandals (Credit: WENN)
Nicole matched the dress with Gucci’s ankle strap leather sandals, which did not make for a sensible look. The Peacemaker actress also sported a vintage Omega watch.
At the event, Nicole said that theater inspired her to become an actress. The then-48-year-old American-born Australian actress also talked about her experience working on “Photograph 51.”
Unfortunately, Nicole’s Gucci sandals are not available online. However, you can order similar heels at Farfetch and Nordstrom.
Black Gucci Leather Strap Sandal, $995
Black Gucci ‘Aneta’ Caged Sandal, $995
Black Gucci ‘Aneta’ Strappy Leather Booties, $1,290