The expected sequel to ‘Wicked’titled ‘WICKED: For Good‘, is generating a wave of enthusiasm among fans after their
Exclusive presentation in Cinemacon 2025. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Ericoprotagonists of this cinematographic adaptation of the iconic Broadway musicalthey joined the director Jon M. Chu and to the producer Marc Platt on the stage of Colosseum Theater in Caesars Palace, Las Vegaslast week to show a film advance that theaters will reach the cinemas November 21.
Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda, the southern witchexpressed his enthusiasm for this second installment: “We already have our scarves ready”, He joked in reference to the emotions and cries that generated the first film on the big screen. For their part, Cynthia Erivowho gives life to Elphabaadded: “I promise less tears this time, but I’m not sure I can fulfill it”
Grande also reflected on the development of his character in the next film: “Glinda will have to look at your reflection”, While Erivo said that
Elphaba will face important decisions on how use your powers for good. Both actresses highlighted the Emotional importance of this sequel and how he continues to explore the relationship between his characters.
An advance full of magic and emotion
The progress presented included a first trailer with Images left to the speechless public. According to The Hollywood Reporterthe trailer showed iconic elements such as yellow tiles on the road to Emerald citya wedding, Flying monkeys and a first image of Dorothy Galealthough His face was not revealed. The scene culminated with Elphaba (Cynthia Erico) exclaiming: “I’m going to see the magician! while his hat flew towards his hand and held his broom.
In the words of Marc Platt producer: “We take the risk of dividing Wicked into two films. Now We have the privilege of again telling this story with ‘Wicked: for good’ in November”Platt also promised that the sequel will deepen the characters and their complexitiesensuring that “What is to come will be amazed at people”
‘Wicked: for good’ is directed again by Jon M. Chu and adapted by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox From the original musical created by Stephen Schwartz and Holzman. The cast includes outstanding names such as Jonathan Bailey (Fiyero), Jeff Goldblum (the magician), Michelle Yeoh (Madame Morrible) and Marissa Bode (Nessa).
Chu advanced one of the most anticipated moments in the film: “This delivery takes us Beyond the point where the girl in the blue dress arrives from Kansas”, Reference to Dorothy Gale and his role in the
Events that connect this prequel to ‘The Wizard of Oz’.
The special connection between Grande and Erivo
The Chemistry between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo It has been clue
to give life to Glinda and Elphaba. During the presentation in Cinemaconboth looked outrages inspired by their characters, showing their commitment to the roles that have captivated the public From the premiere of the first film. Eivo highlighted how this story has emotionally resonated with the spectators: “You cried, do not deny it”, He told the present public with humor. Grande added:“This movie It is an emotional trip; It is impossible not to feel connected to these characters”
With a darker and emotionally intense tone than its predecessor, ‘Wicked: for good’ promises to explore deep issues such as friendship, sacrifice and the consequences of power. The music will remain a central element, with New songs composed of Stephen Schwartz that will complement the key moments of the plot.
The first part of ‘Wicked’ was a resounding success, raising 744 million dollars at the box office and obtaining 10 Oscar nominationsincluding ‘Best movie‘ and ‘Best Actress‘For Cynthia Erito, something that has generated high expectations for your second partwhich promises to be an even deeper experience and visually shocking.
