Nicole Kidman shared an intimate Sydney dinner with the playboy son of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.
Al-Saadi Gaddafi, 31, wined and dined the Oscar-winning actress, 37, during a private dinner on the top floor of the InterContinental Hotel to discuss the investment potential of the Australian film industry.
He had originally planned the ultimate setting for the dinner – hiring the State Suite for $15,000 and filling it with fresh flowers and candles – but opted for the 31st floor lounge instead.
Gaddafi, who is captain of Libya's national soccer team, arrived in Sydney in February 2005 with his soccer team for a VIP 12-day sport, trade and night-clubbing extravaganza. His team played several matches, although Gaddafi did not compete because of a back injury. It is understood he spent time in Sydney inspecting harbourside property in the eastern suburbs.
He is keen to open an investment office in Sydney and has already expressed his interest in the local film industry. He also held meetings with Foreign Minister Alexander Downer and Trade Minister Mark Vaile during his trip.
Nicole Kidman is still in town after production of the troubled all-Aussie movie Eucalyptus ground to a halt last month. She has been linked with billionaire Steve Bing. Last week, they dined at several restaurants and spent time at Royal Sydney Golf Club in Rose Bay.