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Charli XCX Disavows Knowledge of Alleged Russia-Linked Berlin Afterparty as 'The Moment' Opens in the UK

In a new statement, the singer voiced support for Ukraine and said she and her team were unaware of the organizer’s reported affiliations.

Overview

  • Charli XCX said on Instagram that neither she nor her team knew of any alleged affiliations tied to the Berlin premiere afterparty and affirmed solidarity with Ukraine.
  • United24 Media reported the party was organized by DJ Anastasia Shevtsova, daughter of Traditsiya Foundation president Zhanna Shevtsova; Anastasia said she is not involved in politics.
  • Berlin DJs and artists criticized the event following reports that the organizer continued performing in Russia after the invasion, drawing scrutiny to the celebration.
  • The Moment reaches UK and Ireland cinemas on Feb. 20 after Sundance and Berlinale premieres, following a London red carpet on Feb. 17.
  • Directed by Aidan Zamiri, the mockumentary features Charli XCX playing a heightened version of herself satirizing industry commercialization, which she has framed as closing the Brat era, and early reviews note meme-ready moments alongside unevenness.