Madonna revealed she was willing to mud-wrestle Miranda Kerr in a Miley Cyrus video that never came to be

In a typically bold and unexpected revelation, Madonna has shared that she was once prepared to mud-wrestle supermodel Miranda Kerr for a music video with Miley Cyrus—a wild idea that ultimately never saw the light of day.

Speaking recently about the missed opportunity, Madonna explained that the concept was originally planned for a performance of Miley’s 2015 hit BB Talk. Known for pushing boundaries and embracing chaos in her visuals, Cyrus had apparently floated the provocative idea during a brainstorming session—Madonna versus Miranda in a messy, no-holds-barred bout of playful combat.

“I was totally down for it,” Madonna said, laughing. “I thought it was hilarious and a bit genius in the most Miley way possible.” While she didn’t elaborate on why the video never materialised, she suggested it had more to do with scheduling conflicts and creative shifts than any hesitation on her part.

The suggestion of Madonna mud-wrestling anyone—let alone a Victoria’s Secret angel—is peak pop culture surrealism. But in the world of Miley Cyrus, it makes perfect sense. The two icons have long shared a mutual respect, having previously performed together during Miley’s MTV Unplugged special in 2014. That performance of Don’t Tell Me and We Can’t Stop became a viral moment, proving their on-stage chemistry.

The anecdote also reminds fans of just how far Miley was willing to go creatively during her Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz era, which included BB Talk. That album, self-released online and stylistically unfiltered, marked one of her most experimental periods. With lo-fi production, absurdist lyrics, and emotional honesty, the project stood in stark contrast to her chart-dominating Bangerz era.

For Madonna, the idea of getting messy for art is nothing new. From her controversial Like a Prayer video to her erotic Sex book and provocative stage performances, she’s built a career on challenging norms. The fact that she was open to this oddball idea only reinforces her reputation as a fearless creative force—even when it involves rolling around in mud.

While fans may never get to see the Madonna vs Miranda Kerr spectacle, the story adds another colourful chapter to the behind-the-scenes mythology of both artists. And it reflects just how off-the-wall pop star concepts can get before being shelved or reshaped.

Madonna’s enthusiasm for the idea also highlights the camaraderie and sense of play that can exist between generations of pop stars. Rather than shying away from working with younger artists, she’s consistently leaned into collaborations that keep her connected to what’s new, vibrant, and sometimes a little chaotic.

In recent years, Madonna has teamed up with the likes of Sam Smith and The Weeknd, while Miley has taken a more focused musical turn, earning critical acclaim for her Plastic Hearts album and her Grammy-winning single Flowers. Yet, the idea of these boundary-pushing women working together again remains tantalising for fans.

As Miley Cyrus continues to evolve, this anecdote is a reminder of her fearless commitment to visual storytelling—and the iconic names she’s able to bring into her creative universe. And for Madonna, it's another example of her willingness to subvert expectations, even if that means rolling in the mud.

The video may never have been shot, but the mental image alone has already earned its place in pop culture lore.