Ariana Grande has long been a magnet for excitement, courtesy of her Nickelodeon time followed by her record-breaking music career. She then leapt to the big screen, and her casting as Glinda in the Wicked franchise only intensified the spotlight, giving her admirers a new reason to follow her every move. With Wicked 2 on the horizon, therefore, anticipation has remained high. However, when Grande skipped a major promotional event for the title, disappointment quickly spread across social media.

Responding to the growing chatter, the singer shared a thoughtful message online explaining the reason behind her absence.

Ariana Grande addressed missing the premiere of Wicked: For Good in São Paulo, Brazil, on Tuesday via her social media, divulging that it was not by choice. The singer revealed in her initial Instagram post that a last-minute aircraft safety issue forced her to cancel the trip. In a follow-up post, then, she said, “Please do not wish danger on us,” hinting that the masses had been seriously bothering her for a situation beyond her control. “We did everything we could, and I promise you no one is more upset than I am,” Grande added.

Ariana Grande also noted in her Instagram message that she had been working nonstop, much like her Wicked co-stars, who are set to attend the premiere in discussion, hoping to win back the audience’s understanding. Though disappointed to miss the moment she had been waiting for over a year, Grande sent her best wishes to the team, marking their presence in São Paulo, wishing them a beautiful and safe celebration. The celebration in the Brazilian city will notably be Universal’s first major international rollout of Wicked 2.

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Premieres are set for more foreign territories in the days leading up to Wicked: For Good’s worldwide release.

The Wicked: For Good São Paulo event followed a special screening in New York for members of the original Broadway company. Upcoming premieres are scheduled for Paris on November 7, London on November 10, and Singapore on November 13, before the film debuts to the general public on November 21. The debut Wicked instalment earned ten Oscar nominations. Hence, anticipation for the sequel, one can imagine, is through the roof.

Ultimately, as the Wicked: For Good promotions continue worldwide, Grande’s absence in Brazil serves as a reminder that even the most dedicated stars face unforeseen hurdles. Still, her heartfelt messages reflect both her professionalism and deep affection for her fans. Alternatively, whether she continues balancing her music career with acting or gradually shifts focus toward film, one thing remains certain: Grande’s presence, on stage or on screen, continues to captivate audiences eager to see where her magic leads next.

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