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Wicked and Gladiator II: A Box Office Boom!

November 24, 2024

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

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Director Wants Loud ‘Wicked’ Movie Experience

November 24, 2024

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

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Green Witch, Pink Diva: The Untold Story of 'Wicked'

November 20, 2024

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

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“Oops, Mattel Sends Wicked Doll Buyers to an Adult Site”

November 12, 2024

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

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Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande: A Friendship Built on Wicked Roles

November 7, 2024

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

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Wicked Gets Rave Reviews for Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

October 31, 2024

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

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Wicked Stars: Ariana & Cynthia's Glam Red Carpet Follow-Ups

October 20, 2024

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

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Digging Deep: Screens vs. Reality in the Wicked Poster Controversy

October 17, 2024

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

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Love in the Air: Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Steal the Show at SNL Afterparty

October 15, 2024

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

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Still Wickedly Charming: A 21-Year-Old Phenomenon Continues to Cast a Spell

September 15, 2024

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