Cardi B admitted that her Little Miss Drama tour budget is millions of dollars over just weeks before she returns to “Saturday Night Live” with host Alexander Skarsgård on Jan. 31.
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Just a few weeks ago, Cardi B was facing serious budget issues when she was set to return to SNL as a musical guest on January 31, 2026, alongside first-time host Alexander Skarsgård.
During a candid Instagram Live on Wednesday, the Bronx rapper revealed that her upcoming Little Miss Drama tour has gone way over budget, admitting that her production cost “over a few million” dollars.
“My tour budget is over a few million,” Cardi said during the livestream while discussing rehearsals for the tour, which kicks off on February 11, 2026, in Palm Desert, California.
The budget overrun comes as Cardi prepares for her second appearance as a musical guest on SNL, following her debut in 2018 while pregnant with daughter Kulture.
Skarsgård, known for his roles in Big Little Lies and The Northman, will make his hosting debut on the Jan. 31 episode, a big moment for both performers as they prepare for their respective 2026 projects.
The timing of Cardi’s budget announcement adds pressure to an already packed schedule, which includes her Saturday Night Live performance and the launch of her Little Miss theater tour eleven days later.
Despite the financial issues, Cardi assured fans on Instagram Live that she remains committed to delivering a high-quality show experience, hinting that she might use her own money to make up for the budget gap.
The tour announcement comes amid ongoing speculation that Cardi may join Bad Bunny as a surprise guest at the Super Bowl LX halftime show on February 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
Industry sources point to the success of their 2018 collaboration “I Like It,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and went 11 times platinum, as evidence of their strong partnership.
Bad Bunny to headline 2026 Super Bowl halftime show at Levi’s Stadium
Bad Bunny was officially announced to headline the Super Bowl LX halftime show in September 2025, with the NFL confirming that the Puerto Rican superstar will take the stage during the championship game.
While neither Cardi nor Bad Bunny have confirmed any Super Bowl collaborations, she kicked off the tour just three days after the Super Bowl, sparking speculation among fans and industry insiders.
Cardi’s appearance on “Saturday Night Live” will serve as a major promotional opportunity for the “Little Miss Plays” tour, her first major tour since becoming a mother of four.
Her return to SNL also comes at a time of growing visibility, following a successful year of music releases and public appearances that saw her named AllHipHop’s 2025 Rapper of the Year.
