The expected sequel to the musical “Wicked” has revealed new images and an advance loaded with emotion, in which Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erito show a remarkable transformation in their characters. The tape, directed by Jon M. Chu, prepares the land to its official premiere in November 2025.
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First official images: a new stage for Glinda and Elphaba
The new advance, in just 20 seconds, was enough to revolutionize social networks. In it you can see Ariana Grande as Glinda, wearing a brilliant multicolored dress, a golden tiara and holding a glass wand. For its part, Cynthia Erico reappears like Elphaba with its characteristic hat and a more elegant and dramatic black dress than in the first part.
Both actresses star in a brief but powerful exchange of looks, giving clues about a more intense narrative in this second installment. In addition, the first eyes of secondary characters such as Fijero (Jonathan Bailey), are presented, The morrible lady (Michelle Yeoh) and the Wizard of Oz (Jeff Goldblum), all with renewed outfits.
Aesthetic and emotional changes
The sequel entitled WICKED: For Good will not only show the continuation of the previous story, but will also deepen the emotional development of its protagonists. Cynthia Erivo has revealed in recent interviews that Elphaba will cross a “deeper, emotional and challenging” evolution, while Glinda, played by Grande, will experience a growth that will keep her away from her superficial image.
Elphaba will appear with a more stylized version Of his already iconic Gothic aesthetics, while Glinda will adopt a look that reflects an emotional maturity not seen in the first part.
New music and darker tone
Stephen Schwartz, original composer of the musical, has composed two new songs for this second part, one dedicated to each protagonist. These pieces will be key to show the internal conflict and the link that unites both witchesin a story that focuses on forgiveness, loss and power of true friendship.
The director Jon M. Chu has kept the details of the plot under reserve, but insinuated the possible presence of Dorothy in this sequel, although without confirming it directly. In addition, he promised that The story will have a darker tonewhich is also reflected in the visual aesthetics shown so far.
Confirmation of the complete trailer and premiere date
Universal Pictures announced that The full trailer will be released on Tuesday, June 4a few days after Cynthia Erivo’s driving at the Tony 2025 Awards. This trailer will give a better panorama about the history and evolution of the characters.
The film is scheduled Its world premiere on November 21, 2025while the second part will arrive a year later, in 2026. The franchise, based on the famous novel by Gregory Maguire and the Broadway musical, remains one of the most anticipated of the year.
Additional and final polishing filming
Although The main filming concluded at the beginning of 2024, Both Ariana Grande and Cynthia Eivo recently returned to London to record new scenes at Shiz University. According to sources close to production, these filming were required by Jon M. Chu himself to complete an emotionally key scene that will be central to the narrative.
With this sequel, WICKED: For Good promises not only to expand the universe of Oz, but also to offer a story full of emotions, unforgettable music and memorable performances.
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