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Ariana Grande's Close Call: A Fan's Unwanted Hug and the Heroic Response
SingaporeThu Nov 13 2025
During the Singapore premiere of \Wicked: For Good\, a fan named Johnson Wen, known online as Pyjama Man, caused a stir. He rushed towards Ariana Grande, hugging her tightly and jumping up and down. Grande looked scared, but her co-star Cynthia Erivo quickly stepped in. Erivo pushed Wen away and made sure Grande was okay.
Wen is known for his antics at live events. He has crashed stages at concerts by artists like Katy Perry and The Weeknd. He even posted a video of the incident on Instagram, thanking Grande for letting him jump on the carpet. His bio calls Grande his \Queen\, showing his extreme fan behavior.
Grande had already set boundaries with fans earlier. She missed the Brazil premiere due to flight delays and asked fans not to wish harm on her. Despite this, Wen's actions showed a lack of respect for those boundaries.
Fans online were quick to criticize Wen. They called his actions disrespectful, especially to those who waited patiently to meet Grande. Wen has restricted comments on his post, but the backlash continues.
This incident raises questions about fan behavior and the importance of respecting personal boundaries. It also highlights the need for better security at public events.
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questions
If Pyjama Man had worn a different outfit, would he have been less noticeable?
Is it possible that Pyjama Man is a plant meant to distract from a larger security breach?
Could there be a hidden agenda behind the security team's failure to intervene promptly?
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