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Jonathan Bailey and Ariana Grande, stars of the upcoming 2024 film Wicked: For Good, share a strong friendship both on and off set, but they did face a challenging moment during rehearsals. Preparing for their roles as Fiyero Tigelaar and Glinda Upland, they had to master singing, acting, and intricate dance routines. Jonathan, in a candid interview with GQ Magazine, recalled how intense the dance practice was after joining just three days into rehearsals. He humorously described a moment when, after four hours of learning a move, he accidentally headbutted Ariana and had to rush off. Ariana reportedly might have headbutted him too, making it a literal “meeting of minds.”
Their chemistry and camaraderie shine through as they prepare for the film’s November release. The trailer, featuring Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba reuniting with Glinda to face a mysterious wizard, has been met with enthusiastic fan support. Meanwhile, Jonathan Bailey is also in the spotlight for reprising his role as Lord Anthony Bridgerton in Bridgerton Season 4, which shifts its focus to Benedict Bridgerton’s romance. As Wicked: For Good gears up for promotion, the strong performances and positive reception suggest it will be a highly anticipated release.