Nicole Kidman has drawn a mix of reactions from the public following her appearance at the London premiere of "Practical Magic 2" alongside co-star Sandra Bullock. The actress, 59, donned a custom silver Chanel gown with intricate jeweled draping, paired with gold strappy sandals and a wig creating a long, wispy fringe. The ensemble sparked debate online, with some viewers criticizing the dress as "unsuitable" and unflattering for the star.
Online commentary included remarks such as, "Not one of Nicole's best looks. That wig is awful and so is her makeup," and "The Chanel dress is divine but would look better on someone with a tan." Another comment suggested Kidman appeared to be "trying to look 20 rather than embracing her real age." Some also found the outfits of both Kidman and Bullock, who wore a strapless leopard print gown, to be "over the top."
Beyond fashion critiques, some observers commented on Kidman's red carpet interactions, comparing her public displays to those she made with her ex-husband Keith Urban. One user remarked, "Ugh, Nicole is always clinging onto someone," while another quipped, "For a moment, Nicole thought Sandra was Keith with her odd posing."
Conversely, many attendees and fans expressed admiration for the two actresses. "Nicole and Sandra both look stunning," and "They both look amazing," were among the positive comments. Supporters of Kidman highlighted her overall glamour, with one noting, "That's the magic right there."
Kidman and Bullock are reprising their roles as witches Sally Owens and Gillian, respectively, in the sequel to their 1998 film. "Practical Magic 2" is set more than 25 years after the original and is based on Alice Hoffman's 2021 book "The Book of Magic." The new film, scheduled for release next month, also features Joey King and Maisie Williams as the next generation of the family.
Earlier this month, Kidman and Bullock surprised fans at a Cinespia screening of the original "Practical Magic" at Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles. During the event, Bullock commented on the film's suitability for the venue, and Kidman thanked the audience for their support in making the second film a reality.
Kidman had confirmed in 2024 that she and Bullock would return for the sequel, with both stars serving as producers. Susanne Bier, who previously collaborated with Kidman on the Netflix series "The Perfect Couple," is directing the film.