Laufey Unveils 'Madwoman' Video Starring All-Star Cast

The new music video features Hudson Williams, Alysa Liu, Lola Tung, and Megan Skiendel.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:21am

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An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass reflecting dramatic studio lighting, conveying the high-fashion, glitzy aesthetic of the 'Madwoman' music video.The 'Madwoman' video's glamorous visuals reflect the convergence of Asian and Asian American talent both in front of and behind the camera.Los Angeles Today

Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey has released the video for her song 'Madwoman,' featuring an all-star cast including 'Heated Rivalry' actor Hudson Williams, Olympic champion Alysa Liu, 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' star Lola Tung, and Megan Skiendiel of the band KATSEYE. The video, directed by Warren Fu, was filmed in Los Angeles and celebrates Asian representation in music, film, sports, and the arts.

Why it matters

The 'Madwoman' video showcases a diverse group of rising Asian and Asian American talents, providing much-needed representation in the entertainment industry. Laufey's goal was to create the kind of music video she wished she had seen growing up, highlighting the significant contributions of Asian creatives in shaping popular culture.

The details

The 'Madwoman' video was filmed in the weeks leading up to Laufey's Coachella debut and features a Slim Aarons-inspired aesthetic where the picture-perfect veneer hides a deeper narrative. The project brought together an impressive team of Asian and Asian American talent, including director Warren Fu, cinematographer Andrew Truong, production designer Evaline Wu Huang, and executive producers Christine Yi and Maiqi Qin of Gold House, Julie Fong of Partizan Entertainment, and Oscar Tang, co-founder of Committee of 100.

  • The 'Madwoman' video was released on April 14, 2026.
  • Laufey's Coachella debut took place in the weeks following the video's release.

The players

Laufey

An Icelandic-Chinese artist, composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who released the deluxe edition of her GRAMMY®-winning album 'A Matter of Time,' featuring the new song 'Madwoman.'

Hudson Williams

A rising actor who starred in the film 'Heated Rivalry' and appears in the 'Madwoman' video.

Alysa Liu

An Olympic champion figure skater who is featured in the 'Madwoman' music video.

Lola Tung

An actress known for her roles in 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and 'Forbidden Fruits,' who appears in the 'Madwoman' video.

Megan Skiendel

A member of the band KATSEYE who is also featured in the 'Madwoman' music video.

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What they’re saying

“Growing up, I felt a general lack of representation for people who looked like me in music and media. With the 'Madwoman' video, I wanted to be that representation.”

— Laufey

What’s next

Laufey is set to make her Coachella debut in the weeks following the release of the 'Madwoman' video.

The takeaway

The 'Madwoman' video represents a significant step forward in Asian and Asian American representation in the entertainment industry, showcasing a diverse array of talented performers and creatives who are shaping the future of music, film, and popular culture.