Wicked has tracked down its leads. Cynthia Erivo as well as Ariana Grande would appear in the Paramount version of the blockbuster musicals. This will then be directed by Jon M. Chu, who also helmed Crazy Rich Asians. Elphaba will indeed be played by Erivo, whereas Glinda will be played by Grande.
A cinematic adaptation of Wicked has always been in the development at Universal since 2004. Within a year of the Theatrical premiere. It managed to sell over $1 billion in seats. Making this one of the just three performances in history to do otherwise.
Wicked Movie Details
Wicked is a retelling of the Wizard of Oz narrative. Focusing on the connection between both the Wicked Witch of the West. As well as Glinda the Good Witch, based on Gregory Maguire’s book. The Theatrical version actually melody and lyrics were written by Stephen Schwartz, while the narrative was written by Winnie Holzman.
Erivo is a two-time Oscar contender for Harriet. And received an Emmy nomination for her role as Aretha Franklin during Genius: Aretha Franklin. She won a Grammy as well as a Tony Award for The Color Purple. And her first major cinema role was in Bad Times at the El Royale.
Grande is among the most successful pop artists of all time, with two Grammy Awards. And multi-platinum records to her credit. She would star with Leonardo Di Caprio as well as Jennifer Lawerence in Adam McKay’s Netflix drama Don’t Look Up. On Nickelodeon’s Victorious and its sequel, Sam & Cat, Ariana Grande got her debut appearance at a young age.
Both celebrities made the announcement on their respective Instagram pages. In the United Kingdom, production is scheduled to commence in the summertime.
Ariana Grande Net Worth
Grande’s fame has resulted in a sizable amount of cash in her checking account. Ariana Grande’s net worth is believed to be $180 million. Grande has earned profits not only through music but also from sponsorships with well-known brands. In 2016. She released her personal limited-edition handbags with Coach. Inaugurated her own clothing company with Lipsy London. As well as collaborated with Brookstone & designer Wenqing Yan to develop cat ear headsets. She also has participated in a number of humanitarian endeavors to collect funds for topics she cares about.
Reebok, Starbucks, Givenchy, Macy’s, T-Mobile, as well as Apple are among the brands for which she has worked. She has seven perfumes with Luxury Products. Based on her concept of “sweetness”. Grande has indeed been wealthy enough to afford opulent living quarters because of her enormous wealth. She presently leases a property in Beverly Hills, California, with a garden. As well as a hot tub and just an overlook of the Hollywood Hills.