Ariana Grande Calls 'Wicked' Popularity 'Surreal,' Praises Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo on Her New Deal at Universal Pictures & Wanting to Direct in the Future | THR Video

'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo shares with THR what she's holding space for this year at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival. Plus, she talks about her new Universal deal and reveals that she'd like to direct one day.

Ariana Grande Says She and Cynthia Erivo Reviewed Their 'Wicked' Contacts Together | THR News Video

Ariana Grande made sure that she and Cynthia Erivo were treated equally on 'Wicked.' During a conversation for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation for the musical, Grande was asked about her relationship with Erivo, to which she explained that they started building trust long before they began filming because they were cast in 2021, and production didn't kick off until December 2022.

Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Were Paid the Same for 'Wicked' | THR News Video

Despite rumors of pay-disparity, The Hollywood Reporter can confirm that Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were paid the same salary for their work on 'Wicked.' A spokesperson for Universal said in a statement to THR, "Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are completely false and based on internet fodder. The women received equal pay for their work on 'Wicked.'"

Box Office: 'Wicked' Lands Top Opening Ever for a Broadway Musical | THR News Video

'Wicked' doesn't need to defy any odds here! Director Jon M. Chu's hit musical adaptation opened to an estimated $114 million domestically, the biggest box office launch of all time for a Broadway adaptation. This was a landslide victory for Universal considering that the previous record holder, 'Into the Woods,' opened to $31 million. 'Wicked' is also makes the top 5 biggest domestic opening among and the top give global openings for any musical.

Zendaya, Ariana Grande and Timothée Chalamet: Best dressed celebs at Golden Globes 2025

On a dazzling night of glitz and glamour celebrating the best in film and television, celebs took to the Golden Globes red carpet with style.

Selena Gomez Says She Feels Like She Grew Up With Ariana Grande & Both Related to Feeling Nerves | THR Video

Selena Gomez chats with THR on the red carpet of the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival and talks about how proud she is of 'Emilia Pérez.' Plus, she talks about re-connecting with Ariana Grande during this awards season.

Ariana Grande on Connecting With Selena Gomez This Awards Season & 'Wicked' Part Two | THR Video

Ariana Grande chatted with The Hollywood Reporter on the red carpet of the Palm Springs International Film Festival 2025. The star talks about connecting with Selena Gomez this awards season and dishes on 'Wicked' part two.

Adorable pups strut in 2024's most iconic celebrity looks in New York showcase

Pet couturier Anthony Rubio's 2024 Year In Review Showcase in New York featured his pups modelling iconic celebrity looks, including Zendaya, JLo, and Lady Gaga-inspired outfits.

‘How About We Buy Alaska?’ Canada Fires Back with Bold Counter-Offer to Trump’s ‘Buy Canada’ Plan

Canada has strongly rejected former U.S. President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the U.S. could "buy" Canada, instead offering a bold and humorous counter-proposal: “How about we buy Alaska?” Ontario Premier Doug Ford, in a lighthearted remark, made it clear that Canada would never fall under U.S. control, dismissing Trump’s comments as jokes. Ford, in a public statement, emphasized the importance of Canada maintaining its sovereignty, stressing that the relationship between the two nations should focus on resolving trade issues through dialogue rather than drastic measures like annexation. #TrumpCanada #TrumpNews #TrumpOnCanada #TrumpCanadaMerge #TrumpGreenland #CanadaPrimeMinister #Trudeau #TrumpTariffs #TrumpAnnexCanada #TrumpPanamaCanal #TrumpCanadaMexico #TrumpWantsGreenland #TrumpCanadaTrudeau #TrumpJr #CanadaTrump Also Read Trump Requests Supreme Court Intervention to Delay Sentencing in New York Hush Money Case :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-supreme-court-block-sentencing-hush-money-case-new-york-011-4037397.html?ref=DMDesc Is Trump Readying Himself For An Epic Failure In His Second Stint As US President? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/is-trump-readying-himself-for-an-epic-failure-in-his-second-stint-as-us-president-4036983.html?ref=DMDesc Trudeau’s Resignation: Was He The ‘Quarterback’ Or Just Playing Along? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trudeau-s-resignation-was-he-the-quarterback-or-just-playing-along-4036845.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~ED.346~HT.336~GR.122~