Kylie Jenner smokes cigarette in surprise cameo in 'Residue' music video from Charli xcx's 'The Moment'

The Moment is a mockumentary film starring Charli XCX as a fictionalised version of herself

Kylie Jenner made a surprising appearance in the new music video for Residue, a track from the score of the highly anticipated satirical film The Moment, sparking conversations online about the striking visual moment.

The music video, released January 27 ahead of the movie’s theatrical debut, features Charli XCX navigating a dimly lit warehouse filled with multiple versions of herself, all moving in eerie synchronicity as A.G. Cook’s driving track pulses in the background.

But it’s Jenner’s brief final appearance that has drawn the most attention. As the video reaches its climax, a lone figure holding a cigarette stands in front of strobing visuals before the camera reveals it is Jenner — delivering a visually striking end to the clip.

Residue isn’t a standalone pop single but part of the score composed for The Moment, the mockumentary film starring Charli XCX as a fictionalized version of herself navigating fame, identity, and the pressures of her music career. A.G. Cook, Charli’s long-time collaborator and producer, crafted the soundtrack, which also includes other instrumental tracks used in the movie.

The film, produced by A24, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and is set for broader theatrical release on January 30, featuring a cast that includes Charli XCX, Jenner, Alexander Skarsgård, and Rosanna Arquette, among others.

Jenner’s cameo marks her participation not just in a high-profile visual project but also in her acting debut within The Moment, tying her presence directly to the film’s larger narrative and promotional rollout.

Online reaction to Jenner’s cigarette moment has been mixed, with some fans appreciating the edgy aesthetic and others debating the choice of imagery. Regardless of interpretation, the cameo has ensured that the Residue video — and The Moment soundtrack — remains one of the most talked-about cultural releases of the week.