At Coachella this past Saturday, Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet made a public display of affection that quickly caught the attention of fans and media alike. The couple appeared close and affectionate, seemingly putting on a united front as they held hands and interacted with festivalgoers. However, according to renowned body language expert Judi James, the picture-perfect moment may not be as genuine as it appears. Her observations suggest that behind the scenes, their dynamic might be more complex—and possibly unbalanced—than fans assume.

Judi James compared their recent behavior at Coachella with a viral incident that took place earlier during the BNP Paribas Open tennis match. At that event, Kylie had leaned in to kiss Timothée by cupping his face in her hands and physically turning his head toward her, even though his attention seemed focused elsewhere—specifically on the game. James noted that Kylie’s gesture felt somewhat forced, perhaps even staged, as Timothée did not appear particularly engaged or reciprocative.

At Coachella, videos circulating online showed the couple interacting with other attendees, but according to James, their energy was notably uneven. While Kylie appeared confident, assertive, and entirely immersed in the festival’s electric atmosphere, Timothée came off as more subdued, even slightly uncomfortable. One clip revealed Kylie dancing enthusiastically in the crowd, flipping her hair and moving to the music with carefree joy, while Timothée stood behind her quietly, smiling politely and keeping a social distance.

James painted a vivid picture, comparing Timothée’s demeanor to that of “an awkward father at a child’s party,” highlighting a visible disconnect between his restrained posture and Kylie’s exuberant vibe. She added that his hands were placed on the rail rather than on Kylie’s body, suggesting a lack of physical engagement. Even in more intimate moments—like when Kylie leaned back for a kiss—Timothée did respond, but only briefly before pulling away.

Another clip captured the couple standing close, with Timothée’s arms around Kylie’s waist. This could have been a sign of growing intimacy, yet James noted that Timothée initiated a kiss only to use it as a prelude to disengagement. He began tapping her pelvis like a bongo drum, a move James described as oddly detached. When he removed his hands, Kylie assertively pulled them back, once again taking control of the physical interaction.

The analysis reveals a recurring pattern: Kylie seems to lead most of the public displays of affection, while Timothée often follows passively or breaks away shortly after. The final moments in one of the videos show him gently patting her backside before walking away, further suggesting a desire to retreat rather than stay connected in the moment.

Judi James concluded that while the couple may appear united in public, there’s a noticeable imbalance in how they express affection. Kylie appears emotionally invested and enthusiastic about public affection, whereas Timothée’s body language suggests he might prefer a more private or reserved approach to intimacy. At a stage in their relationship where one might expect greater synchronicity, Timothée’s subtle cues of detachment could indicate a mismatch in emotional or physical expectations.

In relationships, especially those lived so publicly, such discrepancies can raise questions about compatibility. While fans may continue to swoon over their appearances together, Judi’s analysis adds a layer of complexity—suggesting that love, especially in the spotlight, is rarely as simple as holding hands in front of a cheering crowd.