This weekend wasn't quite at the level of Barbie and Oppenheimer, but the combination of Universal's Wicked and Paramount's Gladiator II sure did make some waves! Wicked, based on the Broadway show, made history with an estimated $114 million opening, which is huge for a musical film. It's not just
The director of the ‘Wicked’ movie, Jon M. Chu, has a simple request for theatergoers: crank up the volume! On the film’s opening night, he shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the ideal audio level should be set to a 7. Chu, who has seen a few screenings, noticed that many theaters play it at around
When you think of "The Wizard of Oz, " you might picture Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow. But what about the Wicked Witch of the West? "Wicked" gives her a backstory, turning the green-skinned Elphaba into a sympathetic figure and showing that Glinda, the supposedly "good" witch, isn't all s
Imagine opening a toy box and finding a link to an X-rated site instead of the movie’s official page. Yes, that’s what happened with Mattel’s “Wicked” dolls. The toy maker goofed big time by printing a wrong URL on the packaging. This mistake wasn’t just any error; it led unsuspecting toy buyers str
Imagine auditioning for a dream role, only to find out that someone else got the part. Now, picture feeling relieved when you learn who it is. That's what happened to Cynthia Erivo, the star of the upcoming Wicked movie. She was thrilled when Ariana Grande was cast as Glinda the Good Witch. Erivo, w
The new "Wicked" movie, directed by Jon M. Chu, has been getting amazing reactions from audiences. People are really loving the performances of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Glinda and Elphaba, respectively. The movie is also being praised for its fantastic production quality. Simon Thom
Last night, the 2024 Academy Museum Gala brought some serious fashion magic from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. They're known for turning up the glamour in promotions for their upcoming film "Wicked, " and last night was no exception. Grande showcased aBalmain gown that was fancy and fun, with a f
Actress Cynthia Erivo, known for her roles in "Harriet" and the upcoming "Wicked," recently took to Instagram to express her displeasure over a fan-edited poster for the movie. On Wednesday, the 37-year-old posted her thoughts on the doctored image, which aimed to replicate the original Broadway pos
Ariana Grande, the host of "Saturday Night Live", and her "Wicked" co-star boyfriend, Ethan Slater, were spotted looking very happy together at the show's afterparty. They were side by side the whole night, according to a source. The event, held at L’Avenue at Saks, also saw Grande's old friend from
As "Wicked" makes its return to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre, it's hard not to wonder: what's behind its enduring appeal? Is it the show's ability to balance darkness and light, or its masterful blend of YA fantasy and power ballads? Perhaps it's a combination of both. The musical, which premiere
