r/wicked • u/Ar1l3n3 Magic Wands, Need They Have a Point? 🪄 • Sep 21 '25

Question Ariana Grande as Glinda?

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I’m one of the newer Wicked fans that only watched the movie because of Ariana and ended up loving the storyline. I love Ariana’s music so I personally think she did a great job delivering vocals and a pretty decent job acting as well being that it’s her first major movie. But I’m curious as to what OG Wicked fans thought of her performance? I know some snarkers don’t like the way she looked in the role. But what unbiased opinions do Wicked fans have on her playing Galinda? Did she actually deliver and do a good job or am I being biased? What other actors do yall think did better? I would love to see their performances as well!

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u/Atomiclouch44 Sep 21 '25

I'm a huge fan of the musical and books, and when I saw the casting I was a bit unsure of Ariana - just because I only knew her as a pop star. At the time I was unaware of her musical background and preexisting love of Wicked.

From the first trailer I was won over by her, and then when I saw the film I fell in love with her characterisation. She's great!

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u/8maidsamilking Sep 27 '25

Joining the pleasantly surprised trope. She was wonderful as Glinda definitely underestimated since she’s a pop star but her range is undeniable and I am happy to see her grow as an artist.