Ariana Grande has shared an emotional farewell message as excitement builds for the highly anticipated release of Wicked: For Good.
The upcoming sequel to Jon M. Chu’s 2024 blockbuster adaptation of the Broadway classic is set to hit theaters in just 50 days, and Grande’s heartfelt post is already creating buzz among fans.
The original film adaptation of Wicked, based on Gregory Maguire’s novel, was a massive success, earning 10 Oscar nominations and winning two for Best Costume Design and Best Production Design. With its sequel fast approaching, anticipation is at an all-time high, especially with Grande reprising her role as Glinda the Good Witch.
Taking to Instagram, Grande shared behind-the-scenes clips of herself in full Glinda costume, complete with her sparkling wand. She paired the videos with a touching note reflecting on the intense but rewarding filming experience. “These films were a tremendous undertaking in every way,” Grande wrote, adding how exhausting yet fulfilling the journey had been for the entire cast and crew.
The pop superstar expressed deep gratitude for her colleagues, calling them her “home away from home” and praising their support, warmth, and encouragement throughout production. Grande described the set as filled with “sunshine when there is only rain,” a reminder of the close bond forged among the cast.
Alongside Grande, the film also stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West. Wicked: For Good officially releases on November 21, promising another magical chapter in the beloved story.