Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in a scene from ‘Wicked’

Universal Studios has unveiled the highly anticipated trailer for the adaptation of the Broadway sensation Wicked, The trailer features Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, performing their favorite songs “Popular” and “Defying Gravity”.

As a prequel to the Wizard of Oz, Wicked explores the backstory of the Wicked Witch of the West and her unlikely friendship with Glinda. Directed by Jon M. Chu, known for his work crazy rich asian And in the heightsThis adaptation appears to be mesmerizing in its depiction of friendship, identity, and the nature of evil.

The trailer gives us a glimpse of the characters’ journey, from their time as classmates at Shiz University to their encounter in the mysterious land of Oz. Along with Grande and Erivo, the cast also includes Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater and Bowen Yang in key roles.

Ahead of the trailer’s debut, Universal released a feature title passion projectWhere Chu and the lead actresses shared their insights into the making of the film.

Wicked Set to release in two parts, the first installment will hit the theaters on November 27, 2024, followed by the sequel on December 25, 2025.