There’s something truly refreshing about the unfiltered honesty kids bring to the table, and Nicole Kidman has experienced it firsthand. Recently, the Oscar-winning actress opened up about how her daughters, seven-year-old Faith Margaret and ten-year-old Sunday Rose, reacted to her striking transformation for her role in the film Destroyer. If you’re curious about what they thought, get ready for a good laugh (and maybe a little heartbreak).

When Kids Speak Their Minds: Nicole Kidman Gets Labeled "Granny"

Nicole Kidman, the ever-graceful global star, shared an amusing yet relatable story with the Los Angeles Times about her daughters’ candid feedback. After seeing her completely transformed for the movie, they didn’t hold back. “They called me ‘granny,’” Nicole revealed with a chuckle. “They’re like, ‘You’re our granny now.’” Can you imagine hearing that from your own kids? It’s enough to make any parent question their self-worth for a second. But Nicole, being the seasoned pro she is, handled it with grace and humor. Instead of breaking down emotionally, she decided to embrace the playful moment, even considering attending a grandparents’ day at their school while in character.

A Playful Twist: Nicole’s Quirky Idea for Sunday

Nicole’s sense of humor shines through as she thought about turning her daughters’ comments into a fun story for the future. “I thought it’d be kind of quirky and funny and make for a good story for when they were older,” she shared. She even imagined walking up to Sunday one day and saying, “Oh… hello, Sunday! I’m here!” pretending to be her grandmother. Now that’s a story that would definitely leave a lasting impression. But Sunday, ever the practical one, shot down the idea immediately. “Whatever you do, never, ever do that,” Nicole recounted. So much for dressing up as their granny, even though that’s exactly what they called her!

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Why Nicole’s Movies Aren’t for the Kids

While Faith and Sunday have seen their mom in character, don’t expect them to watch the actual movie anytime soon. Nicole, who’s no stranger to taking on challenging roles, isn’t keen on letting her kids see most of her films. In a candid conversation with Amy Adams for Variety, she explained why. “It’s incredibly exposing and vulnerable,” Nicole admitted. “I’m actually scared how to explain some of the choices.” That’s a pretty relatable feeling for any parent juggling their professional and personal lives.

For the rest of us, though, we can catch Nicole looking every bit the part of a grandma when Destroyer hits theaters on Christmas Day. The film, which revolves around a police detective reconnecting with people from her undercover past, promises to be a gripping drama. While it might not be the most holiday-spirited movie out there, it’s definitely one that will keep you on the edge of your seat.