Timothée Chalamet made a memorable entrance at the French premiere of Marty Supreme on Tuesday night, turning heads—and earning laughs—at Paris’ iconic Le Grand Rex theatre. Dressed in a brown Givenchy suit and dark sunglasses, the actor embodied effortless star power as he took the stage alongside director Josh Safdie and producer Ron Bronstein.
But it wasn’t just his fashion or presence that caught attention. In a standout moment, Chalamet jokingly addressed the elephant in the room: the high ticket prices for the premiere. Speaking directly to the audience, he quipped, “I know you were charged a lot.” He quickly added, “It has nothing to do with me! I’m not getting any money from it—I would have liked for it to be free.”
The comment drew laughter and applause from the crowd, many of whom had reportedly paid nearly $60 (around ₹5,500) for reserved seats at the event. The lighthearted remark instantly endeared Chalamet to fans, reinforcing his reputation as a grounded star despite his global fame. Notably, Chalamet is also a producer on the film, making the joke land even harder.
The actor further delighted the audience by speaking in French while introducing the film, offering heartfelt praise for the country’s deep-rooted love for cinema. “There is a big cinema culture in France,” he said. According to Chalamet, even if a film succeeds in the United States, true recognition still feels like “a miracle” without international appreciation. “I wanted to salute the French people who love movies,” he added, drawing warm applause.
Director Josh Safdie also took the opportunity to heap praise on his leading man, revealing that the role of Marty Reisman was written specifically for Chalamet. Reflecting on their first meeting years ago, Safdie described encountering “a young man who had eyes bigger than his head”—someone with immense ambition and a clear artistic vision. “He needed to be at the centre,” Safdie said, calling Chalamet the perfect embodiment of the character.
The Paris premiere comes on the heels of major accolades for Chalamet’s performance. His work in Marty Supreme has already earned him his first Golden Globe win and an Academy Award nomination, cementing his status as one of the most celebrated actors of his generation.
With charm, humor, and genuine appreciation for his audience, Chalamet turned the French premiere into more than just a screening—it became an event. Marty Supreme is set to release in France on February 18 through Metropolitan FilmExport, giving wider audiences the chance to experience his acclaimed performance.
