Miley Cyrus surprised fans by announcing she is “so in” to create a song for the second season of the hit series Heated Rivalry. The pop star made the declaration at the Palm Springs International Film Festival gala on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The show’s star, François Arnaud, reacted with humor and a dose of reality at the Critics Choice Awards the next day, saying the production might need a “Miley budget“.
The news has created excitement among the show’s dedicated fanbase, who are eagerly awaiting new episodes of the romance between rival hockey players. The series, based on Rachel Reid’s popular novel, has been a breakout hit since its debut in late 2025.
Miley Cyrus Says “Book Me” For Heated Rivalry Season 2
During a red carpet interview at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Miley Cyrus was asked about the possibility of contributing music to Heated Rivalry. Her response was immediate and enthusiastic.
“Oh, I’m so in. Book me. Get me booked!” she told Variety.
Cyrus explained that while she had not yet watched the popular show, it was next on her list. “I have not watched yet, but this is on my to-do list now,” she said. “It’s all I’ve heard about — every conversation I’ve had today has started with, ‘You have to [watch it].’”.
Miley Cyrus tells Variety that she wants to work on the soundtrack to ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2:
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The singer’s interest seemed to be sparked after she liked a post about the show on social media the previous week, leading fans to wonder if she was a secret viewer. Cyrus was at the festival to receive the Outstanding Artistic Achievement Award for her song “Dream As One” from Avatar: Fire and Ash.
François Arnaud Reacts with Humor and a Budget Reality Check
The show’s cast quickly learned about Cyrus’s offer. François Arnaud, who plays veteran hockey player Scott Hunter, was asked about it on the red carpet at the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, January 4.
Arnaud’s reaction mixed excitement with a practical concern about the show’s finances. “I think we might get a little bit bigger budget for Season 2, but I don’t know if we get Miley budget,” he said with a laugh.
He then looked directly into the camera to send a message to the pop star, suggesting a way she could help make it happen: “Miley. Watch the d* show. Also… I think if she sees the show, she might give us a discount.”**.
Arnaud also shared his hopes for his character’s storyline in the new season. He wants to explore the challenges of a famous person being with someone who did not choose that lifestyle. “I would want them to face the continuing challenges of someone uber-famous being with someone who didn’t choose that for his life at all and is forced into it,” he explained. He also joked about his on-screen boyfriend’s physique, saying, “I think Kip, for the second season has to stop working out… He’s a smoothie boy. Why does he have the best body out of all of us?”.
What Is Heated Rivalry About?
For those who, like Miley Cyrus, have it on their watchlist, Heated Rivalry is a Canadian series that streams on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the United States. It premiered on November 28, 2025. The show has a UK release scheduled for January 10, 2026, on Sky and the streaming service NOW.
The show is an adaptation of the second book in Rachel Reid’s Game Changers novel series. It follows two professional hockey stars at the top of their game who are intense rivals on the ice. The twist is that they are also secret lovers, navigating a hidden relationship that could upend their careers and lives if discovered.
The main characters are Shane Hollander, a clean-cut Canadian captain played by Hudson Williams, and Ilya Rozanov, a confident Russian captain played by Connor Storrie. François Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a veteran player who becomes a role model for Shane.
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Fan and Industry Reaction to the Music News
The possibility of a Miley Cyrus song for Heated Rivalry has generated a wave of positive reactions online. Fans on social media expressed their excitement about the potential collaboration.
One fan replied, “Yes, can Miley do the entire soundtrack? That would be great!”. Another wrote, “Season 2 just got next level Miley on the soundtrack? Instant hit.”.
The show has also earned praise from other celebrities. Eva Victor, filmmaker and star of Sorry, Baby, called it “the most sexually interesting thing I have ever seen in my life” and praised its intelligent approach to its subject matter.
While season two has been confirmed, there is no official release date yet. The first season concluded its six-episode run on December 26, 2025.
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