Frankie Grande Reacts to Video of Ariana Filming 'Wicked' Movie

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Wicked has been a much-talked-about topic in Hollywood for many years now, and after all that time, filming is finally underway.Just recently, in fact, the first images of stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were released, exciting millions of fans of the show.While Grande and Erivo are already in the process of bringing the Broadway favorite to the big screen, they weren’t the only ones who wanted those roles, which are among the most highly-coveted in Hollywood in recent memory.In an interview with TheWrap, Dove Cameron revealed that she was also in the mix for the role of Glinda, though, of course, she didn’t end up snagging the part.“I definitely went out for it,” the actress confirmed at an event to promote the second season of the AppleTV+ show Schmigadoon. “I know that for everybody who did go out for it, it was a very long process.

We have some exciting new photos from the set of the Wicked movies!

Perez saw the first footage ANYWHERE of Jon Chu’s new Wicked movie starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo! Lots of thoughts! And so much greatness at Universal and Focus Features’ Cinema Con presentation in Las Vegas!

Fans of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked can finally rejoice as the first glimpses of the upcoming film adaptation have been revealed.Even though the (first) movie is still a year and a half away from its release, director Jon Chu took to Twitter to give fans a sneak peek of what they can expect from the highly anticipated film.Chu posted two photos, one of Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and another of Ariana Grande as Glinda, the Good Witch of the South.In the caption, Chu teased fans by stating, “You weren’t told the whole story. What happens when you veer off the Yellow Brick Road? Here is your very FIRST LOOK of #WickedMovie … currently in production in Oz.”You weren’t told the whole story.

Ariana Grande has her husband's support. Amid the 29-year-old singer's busy filming schedule for , a source tells ET how Dalton Gomez has been supporting her at home.«Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez have both been keeping busy with work projects,» the source says of the actress and her real estate broker husband.«Ariana has been so focused, but Dalton has been there with her and supporting her behind the scenes,» the source adds.

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard that Ariana Grande is set to play Glinda in the upcoming movie adaptation of the hit musical Wicked. And although we're going to have to wait until the end of 2024 to actually see said film, we have been given a good clue as to what she's using on her skin between filming.

Kristin Chenoweth is so here for Ariana Grande as Glinda!Chenoweth, who famously played the role of Glinda in the original Broadway production of, spoke with ET's Denny Directo last month at Carol Burnett's 90th birthday celebration, where she shared her excitement over Grande stepping into her shoes.«I'm going to get to watch two women I know soar, and Ariana Grande is going to step so beautifully into my shoes,» Chenoweth gushed. «I'm so excited for her, she's gonna put her own stamp on it.»Chenoweth shared a similar sentiment during an appearance on  Wednesday, just one day after video footage of Grande singing the show's opening number, «No One Mourns the Wicked,» was released, giving fans a sneak peek at the 29-year-old pop star in her Glinda getup while also showing off her vocal range.When it comes to her advice for Grande, Chenoweth asked that she just put her own stamp on the iconic role.«What I want to encourage you to do, Ariana, is make Glinda your Glinda,» Chenoweth told Clarkson.

Ariana Grande is a multifaceted artist. Not only is she one of the best vocalists of her generation, she’s also an actress and a business owner, having her own make up brand r.e.m beauty. In a new video, she revealed that her beloved “Wicked” character Glinda is wearing some r.e.m beauty products.

Yes, Ariana Granda has called Kristin Chenoweth for advice on playing the upcoming big screen version of Glinda in “Wicked.” And on Wednesday’s episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Chenoweth revealed that she told the pop star to take full advantage of making the character her own.Set to release its first part this Thanksgiving, “Wicked” tells the origin story of Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba, the green girl who would go on to become the Wicked Witch of the West. In the movie adaptation of the Broadway musical, Grande will play Glinda, originated on Broadway by Chenoweth, and Cynthia Erivo will play Elphaba, the role originated by Idina Menzel.Grande and Chenoweth are longtime friends — according to Chenoweth, she’s known the singer since Grande was 10 years old — and even worked together on projects like “Hairspray Live!” and “The Voice.” So, naturally, Grande was nervous taking on the role.“She was really nervous. She said, ‘I want to pay homage to you, but I’m scared.

Videos of Ariana Grande singing on the set of the Wicked movie have leaked online and provided fans with their first listen of her Glinda vocals.

Ariana Grande is absolutely angelic as Glinda the Good Witch.In raw video from the set of the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway musical, , Grande, dressed in her Glinda get-up, golden blonde hair and brows included, is seen singing the part of the opening number from the original stage show, «No One Mourns the Wicked.»Sitting on a gold-and-pink throne, Grande — who went full Glinda in a pink, tule ballgown, complete with a sparkling crown and scepter — puts her powerful vocals on display as she belts out lines from the track.The 29-year-old pop star was sure to hit some of her infamous high notes before the director yelled cut. The video also shows her getting notes from the crew as she prepares for another go at the scene.The video also previews an aerial look at the set, which sees a bit of the fantastical village that's been created for the film, including a poster that says, «Beware the Wicked Witch.»Several actors and extras are also seen on set below Grande, who is hoisted high above on her throne as she addresses the townspeople below.The video comes less than a month after Grande gave fans a look inside the world of .In the photos and videos shared to Instagram last month, the singer and her co-star, Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba, hug as they wear chic dresses and pose for the camera.

There has been an ongoing rumor that, during their Nickelodeon days, Victoria Justice and Ariana Grande were in a feud.

Ariana Grande was seen for the first time since she took to social media to hit out at body-shamers while encouraging people to be "be gentle" to one another.The 29 year old Thank U, Next singer looked happy and relaxed as she went shopping in London's famous Bond Street while donning a pair of straight-leg blue jeans and an oversized black jacket from The North Face. Ariana wore a yellow baseball hat atop her blonde tresses and kept things cool with a pair of quirky white shades.Toting her essentials in a cross-body bag, Ariana opted for maximum comfort as she strolled along in a pair of comfortable white platform shoes.

Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba.Director Jon M. Chu shared the two stills from the upcoming two-part movies on Instagram.“You weren’t told the whole story.

Fans of the Broadway musical "Wicked" are getting their first little taste of the upcoming big screen adaptation. Director John M. Chu, who also directed the hit film "Crazy Rich Asians," tweeted out an image of Elphaba and Glinda, played by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande respectively, in a tease for the movie.

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have dropped into our lives, courtesy of stars and .Based on the musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman, the Wicked films are being helmed by director John M. Chu.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Good news! She’s dead. Director Jon M. Chu has revealed the first look at Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda in the movie version of “Wicked.” “You weren’t told the whole story. What happens when you veer off the Yellow Brick Road? FIRST LOOK of the #WickedMovie … currently in production in Oz,” Chu wrote on Instagram.A post shared by Jon M Chu (@jonmchu) A prequel to “The Wizard of Oz,” “Wicked” recounts everything that happened before Dorothy sauntered down that iconic yellow brick road — and tells the story of how a green-skinned woman named Elphaba becomes the Wicked Witch of the West. Erivo and Grande are starring in the film as Elphaba and Glinda, who form an unlikely friendship that is torn apart by external forces. Additional cast members include Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible and Ethan Slater as Boq.

Ariana Grande after the singer publicly responded to comments fans had been making about her body.Earlier this week, Grande took to TikTok to address long-running discussions about her appearance. “I just wanted to address your concerns about my body and talk a little bit about what it means to be a person with a body and to be seen and to be paid such close attention to,” she said as subtitles in the video read.“You’ve been talking about it for a decade or longer so I’d like to join in this time.“I think we could be, I think we should be gentler and less comfortable commenting on people’s bodies, no matter what.