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Dave adds extra London and Manchester dates to 2026 UK ‘The Boy Who Played The Harp’ arena tour

by jummy84 October 21, 2025

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Dave has added more dates in London and Manchester to his 2026 tour. Check out the details below.

Earlier this month the Brixton-born, Streatham-raised rapper shared details of a new tour kicking off in 2026. The run of arena dates come in celebration of his new album, ‘The Boy Who Played The Harp’, and are set to kick off in Munich on February 2.

Now, due to huge demand, he had added more UK shows to the itinerary. These include extra dates at The O2 in London on March 10 and 11, and another show at the Co-op Live in Manchester on March 17.

These add onto the two previously announced shows at the London arena taking place on March 6 and 7, and to the already confirmed Manchester date on March 16.

Tickets for all dates, including newly shared shows, go on general sale at 9am local time on Thursday (October 23). Visit here to buy tickets and find an updated list of shows below.

Dave’s 2026 tour dates are:

FEBRUARY 2026
2 – Munich, Germany – Olympiahalle
4 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
6 – Brussels, Belgium – ING Arena
8 – Dusseldorf, Germany – PSD Bank Dome
10 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
13 – Berlin, Germany – Uber Arena
15 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena
17 – Stockholm, Sweden – Avicii Arena

MARCH 2026
2 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena
4 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
6 – London, UK – The O2
7 – London, UK – The O2
10 – London, UK – The O2 [NEW]
11– London, UK – The O2 [NEW]
13 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena
16 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
17 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live [NEW]

Dave announced details of his new album earlier this month (October 1), with the record set to arrive this Friday (October 24). You can pre-order it here.

It follows on from his back-to-back Number One albums, ‘Psychodrama’, which was released in 2019, and ‘We’re All Alone In This Together’, which came out in 2021.

The latter featured James Blake and Stormzy, and was given five stars in a review from NME.

Dave – CREDIT: Gabriel-Moses

“As illustrated throughout the stunning ‘Psychodrama’, Dave has always been the one to rap traditionally, using hip-hop for what it was intended to do: give a voice to the voiceless,” it read. “He has always been able to show the inner-workings of many young Londoners in a clean and universal way that can perhaps help the whole world to better understand the Black British experience, especially that of Black men.

“Always ready to tell the hard truths for those who can’t, Dave has proved again that he’s a voice of a generation, sitting pretty atop his peers when it comes to making unforgettable London rap classics.”

That record debuted at the top spot in the charts with over 74,000 chart sales – making it the highest opening week of 2021, and the chart’s biggest opening week since November 2019.

October 21, 2025 0 comments

Bollywood

Manav Kaul Is All Set To Come Back Starring in Netflix’s Supernatural Drama Movie, Baramulla: Release Dates Out!

by jummy84 October 19, 2025

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Manav Kaul, renowned for his acting and writing, is making a comeback with his upcoming film Baramulla. Fans are eager to see him on the big screen once again. As a writer, he has consistently captivated readers with his compelling storytelling. Beyond writing, Manav has also showcased his talent in theatre, performing plays across multiple states and thrilling audiences with his powerful performances. Baramulla, directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, is set to premiere on Netflix on November 7, 2025. The film stars Manav Kaul in the lead role and promises to transport viewers into a mysterious and captivating world.

Combining elements of supernatural intrigue, suspense, and drama, the story unfolds against the hauntingly beautiful landscapes of Kashmir. With its gripping narrative and atmospheric visuals, Baramulla aims to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Manav Kaul’s compelling performance anchors the film, making it a highly anticipated release for fans of thrilling, enigmatic cinema on the OTT giant.

actor and writer Manav Kaul

Manav Kaul portrays DSP Ridwaan Sayyad, a recently transferred officer tasked with investigating missing children. When a young boy vanishes under mysterious circumstances, a series of events unfolds, revealing dark secrets that shake the town to its core. Moving into a new house, Ridwaan finds his past shadowing him, turning the investigation into a personal reckoning. As he delves deeper, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, exposing hidden truths. The unsettling discoveries not only threaten the town’s fragile peace but also put his family in jeopardy, forcing him to confront both past and present.

On Friday, Netflix posted an eye-catching Baramulla poster starring Manav Kaul on social media, accompanied by the caption, “Welcome to the town, where truth is a myth, and myths have truth. Enter the world of ‘Baramulla’ on 7th November. Only on Netflix (sic)”.

The film features Bhasha Sumbli in the role of Gulnaar. It is written and directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, known for Article 370. The story is by Aditya Dhar, and the film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios, along with Aditya and Lokesh Dhar of B62 Studios.

Manav Kaul Photo

Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale shared in a statement, stated: “With a genre-bending film like Baramulla, we wanted to tell a story rooted in emotion but elevated by tension and the supernatural. Kashmir is not just the setting; it’s a living, breathing character that shapes every moment and every mystery. We hope the audience across the world feels the pulse of the valley and the humanity at the heart of this journey.”

On the work front, Baramulla will premiere on Netflix on November 7, 2025.

October 19, 2025 0 comments

Music

The Hives Announce 2026 Tour Dates

by jummy84 October 14, 2025

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The Hives have announced their first batch of 2026 tour dates in support of their latest album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives. The March run will feature Aussie punks The Chats as support.

The trek kicks off on March 13th in Nashville, with subsequent stops in cities including Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Toronto, Detroit, and Chicago. See The Hives’ full touring itinerary below.

Get The Hives Tickets Here

Tickets for The Hives’ 2026 tour go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 17th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Before that, fans can get early access through an artist pre-sale (sign up here) beginning on Wednesday, October 15th at 8:00 a.m. local time.

From romantic walks to dinner dates: Inside Hardik Pandya’s intimate birthday celebration with girlfriend Mahieka Sharma

by jummy84 October 12, 2025

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After going Instagram official with his relationship, cricketer Hardik Pandya celebrated his birthday with girlfriend Mahieka Sharma at a scenic beach location, enjoying romantic walks, a candlelit dinner, and many birthday surprises.

Earlier this week, Hardik Pandya confirmed his relationship with Mahieka just a few weeks after the romance buzz.

Hardik Pandya celebrates birthday with girlfriend

Hardik turned 32 on Saturday and gave fans a glimpse of his birthday celebrations through Instagram Stories. The cricketer’s day was filled with romantic moments spent with his girlfriend, Mahieka.

The first slide featured a chocolate cake adorned with ‘Happy Birthday’ message”, followed by a photo of Hardik himself in the second slide. The third slide offered a peek at a surprise planned for him, while the fourth showcased a birthday message on the floor, showing the feet of Hardik and Mahieka. The final slide captured a serene moment of Hardik and Mahieka enjoying a long walk together by the beach. He added the song ‘Bitter Sweet Symphony’ as the background music.

Earlier this week, Hardik confirmed his relationship with Mahieka just a few weeks after the romance buzz. They were also spotted together at the Mumbai airport. Later, the Indian all-rounder posted a series of Instagram stories featuring the 24-year-old model.

In one of the stories, Hardik was seen posing with Mahieka on a beach during the birthday getaway. Another shows a black-and-white photograph from the same trip, giving followers a peek into what looks like a new, happy chapter in his life. He also shared photos in which he was surrounded by his family — his son Agastya, mother and grandmother — along with a glimpse of a birthday cake.

About Hardik’s personal life

Earlier this year, Hardik was rumoured to be dating UK singer Jasmin Walia. She was spotted in the stadium when Hardik was playing. She was once seen stepping onto the Mumbai Indians (MI) team bus following their IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Mumbai. They didn’t confirm or deny their relationship at that time. Later, it was reported that they have split, and unfollowed each other on Instagram.

Hardik and Natasha, who got married in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic, confirmed their split in July last year after months of speculation. In a statement, the cricketer said, “After four years together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest of both of us. This was a tough decision to make, given the joy, mutual respect, and companionship we shared as we built a family together.”

October 12, 2025 0 comments

Celebrity News

Rush announces 2026 reunion tour with 2 Canadian dates in Toronto

by jummy84 October 6, 2025

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Original Rush band members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson announced that they’re planning a reunion tour for the iconic Canadian band in 2026.

It’s the band’s first shows since the R40 tour in 2015 and drummer Neil Peart’s death in 2020.

The tour, called the Fifty Something Tour, will celebrate Rush’s music and legacy as well as Peart’s life, according to the band.

“It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil,” said Lee. “A lifetime’s worth of songs that we had put our cumulative hearts and souls into writing, recording and playing together onstage. And so, after all that has gone down since that last show, Alex and I have done some serious soul searching and come to the decision that we f–king miss it, and that it’s time for a celebration.

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“So in 2026 my BFF Lerxst (Lifeson) and I are going to hit the road once again to pay tribute to our past and to Neil by performing a vast selection of Rush songs in a handful of cities. No small task, because as we all know Neil was irreplaceable.”

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Lee said that Peart’s place behind the kit will be filled on tour by “incredible” German drummer Anika Nilles.

“We are thrilled to support the Fifty Something tour, celebrating a band whose music has resonated and inspired fans for generations, and to honour Neil’s extraordinary legacy as both a drummer and lyricist,” Carrie Nuttall-Peart and Olivia Peart, Peart’s widow and daughter, said in a joint statement.

“As the band enters this new chapter, it promises to be truly unforgettable. We are excited to see how their new vision unfolds, and to hear this legendary music played live once again.”

Rush will perform multiple shows in seven cities across Canada, the United States and Mexico, beginning June 7, 2026 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.

These special “evening with” shows will find the band playing two sets each night. Each show will feature a distinct selection of songs and Rush will build each night’s set list from a catalogue of 35 songs, including their greatest hits and fan favourites.

Fans will be able to participate in the Rush Artist Presale by signing up by Thursday, Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

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General onsale begins online on Friday, Oct. 17 at noon local time in Canada.

Tour dates

Sun, Jun 7 — Los Angeles, CA, Kia Forum
Tue, Jun 9 — Los Angeles, CA, Kia Forum
Thu, Jun 18 — Mexico City, MX, Palacio de los Deportes
Wed, Jun 24 — Fort Worth, TX, Dickies Arena
Fri, Jun 26 — Fort Worth, TX, Dickies Arena
Thu, Jul 16 — Chicago, IL, United Center
Sat, Jul 18 — Chicago, IL, United Center
Tue, Jul 28 — New York, NY, Madison Square Garden
Thu, Jul 30 — New York, NY, Madison Square Garden
Fri, Aug 7 — Toronto, ON, Scotiabank Arena
Sun, Aug 9 — Toronto, ON, Scotiabank Arena
Thu Sep 17 — Cleveland, OH, Rocket Arena

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October 6, 2025 0 comments

Music

Sports Team cancel European dates as they “couldn’t justify the financial risk”

by jummy84 October 1, 2025

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Sports Team have cancelled some of their European dates due to not being able to “justify” the financial risks associated with putting on shows.

The band, who were meant to tour in European cities including Oslo, Berlin, Barcelona and Copenhagen this autumn, said that they will have to postpone some of these shows.

Announcing the news on Instagram, they shared that this is something that goes against “everything” they want to do, and apologised to fans for the impact of this decision.

“Cancelling shows goes against everything we want to do,” the statement said. “We’re a band because we love playing live. We once drove 24 hours through the night from London to get to a show in Munich. There were 12 people there and the next day we drove back to Birmingham for the next show. Nobody slept. Most of us cried. It was hell. I’d do it again tomorrow.

“We’ve done plenty of shows that haven’t made money. Touring as a six piece band is an extremely stupid business model. Normally we’re able to make things work, this time we couldn’t justify the financial risk.”

Sports Team confirmed they will still play Here’s The Thing Festival, Madrid, Paris and Antwerp, but said the “rest will have to come later”. All UK tour dates are scheduled to go ahead as planned.

Read the full statement below.

Sports Team are not the only band to have cancelled due to financial concerns. In July, Irish band The Murder Capital also cancelled the US and Canadian leg of their tour due to “unforeseen financial challenges” and uncertainty.

This, they explained, was due to financial struggles and uncertainties around travel. No replacement dates were scheduled.

“With heavy hearts, we have to cancel our tour this autumn due to unforeseen financial challenges and the ongoing travel uncertainties,” their statement read on social media. “This is a bitter pill to swallow. We hope you know how much we wanted to be out there playing these shows for ye all.”

It comes as the number of artists touring across the UK and abroad has fallen by as much as 74 per cent compared to pre-pandemic figures. The country’s music scene continues to face the “complete collapse” of touring with huge areas going without live music, one venue closing every two weeks, and the uphill struggle for artists affording to exist, let alone play live.

A proposed £1 levy on gigs at arena level and above – designed to feed back into the grassroots for artists and promoters as well as venues and festivals – continues to gather steam, but debate surrounds its speed and where the pressure should be applied for more action.

This included a showing of the money made from show fees and merch sales, as well as outgoings including travel, haulage, accommodation, crew wages and essentials such as food.

In total, for the one-off gig that the band played at Dublin venue the Button Factory, they earned £6,151.59. However, they spent £7,863.88, resulting in a total loss of £1,712.29.

Back in May, Wolf Alice‘s Joff Oddie joined industry leaders at a government hearing into the state of UK grassroots music, where it was warned that not enough progress was being made in saving venues and new artists.

Last year, DJ Shadow shared his thoughts on the current touring crisis, saying the industry is close to “extinction”.

Additionally, back in 2022, various figures from the UK music industry spoke to NME about how the first summer of post-pandemic touring revealed that the complications of Brexit were “strangling the next generation of UK talent in the cradle”.

NME gave Sports Team’s latest album ‘Boys These Days’ four stars in a review. It commended its fun-spirited approach to tackling toxic masculinity, and by giving a distinct sound to the band.

“On ‘Boys These Days’, Sports Team flip the narrative of an increasingly stark, divided world to embrace the childlike side of human nature, staying true to that foundational principle of the band,” it read.

“Sonically, it’s a step up from the guitar-driven mayhem that characterised their roots, without just slapping some synths on top like many of their indie counterparts. In reality, they’ve never sounded closer to that wacky, eccentric live band down your local on a Friday night – and maybe that’s where their truest form lies.”

October 1, 2025 0 comments

Music

Ichiko Aoba Announces 2026 Tour Dates

by jummy84 September 28, 2025

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Ichiko Aoba has announced a number of new tour dates, as she continues to play shows in support of her great new album, Luminescent Creatures. The newly announced concerts take place in Europe, in March and April, and North America, in April and May. See all of Aoba’s tour dates below.

Aoba released Luminescent Creatures in February. She has been playing concerts consistently since the album’s release.

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Ichiko Aoba: Across the Oceans Tour

Ichiko Aoba:

09-26 Matsuyama, Japan – Matsuyama City Auditorium
10-04 Beppu, Japan – Small Circle ’25
10-10 Sapporo, Japan – Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara
10-12 Kyoto, Japan – Kyoto Music Expo
10-18 Morioka, Japan – Morioka Civic Cultural Hall
10-19 Sendai, Japan – Hitachi Systems Hall Sendai
11-01 Kanazawa, Japan – Hokkoku Shimbun Akabane Hall
11-07 Niigata, Japan @ Noh Theater
11-22 Tokyo, Japan @ Showa Women’s University Hitomi Memorial Hall
11-25 São Paulo, Brazil – Teatro Liberdade
11-27 Buenos Aires, Argentina – Teatro El Nacional
11-29 Santiago, Chile – Teatro Teleton
12-02 São Paulo, Brazil – Teatro Bradesco
01-17 Ishigaki, Japan – Ishigaki Civic Hall
03-17 Helsinki, Finland – Finlandia Hall
03-19 Warsaw, Poland – Palladium
03-21 Budapest, Hungary – Müpa
03-23 Vienna, Austria – Globe Wien
03-25 Lausanne, Switzerland – Théâtre de Beaulieu
03-27 Paris, France – Salle Pleyel
03-31 London, England – Royal Albert Hall #
04-07 Amsterdam, Netherlands – Het Concertgebouw
04-10 Copenhagen, Denmark – DR Koncerthuset
04-12 Stockholm, Sweden – Göta Lejon
04-15 Reykjavík, Iceland – Harpa Norðurljós
04-24 Los Angeles, CA @ Walt Disney Concert Hall #
04-25 San Diego, CA @ Balboa Theatre #
04-27 Toronto, Ontario – Massey Hall
04-28 Montreal, Quebec – Théâtre Maisonneuve
05-01 Durham, NC @ Carolina Theatre
05-03 Grundy County, TN @ The Caverns
05-04 Atlanta, GA @ Atlanta Symphony Hall

# with 12 Ensemble & Taro Umebayashi

September 28, 2025 0 comments

TV & Streaming

50 First Dates: The Musical review – Could this be the most charming musical yet?

by jummy84 September 25, 2025

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Fans of the original movie will be pleasantly surprised that the essence of the story between Lucy, an artist with short-term memory loss and Henry, the commitment phobe who falls in love with her, remains the same, albeit with some slight tweaks to Henry’s job.

I’ll admit, I was hesitant at first when Henry wasn’t introduced as a marine veterinarian and, rather, a travel vlogger who found himself in Key Largo in Florida before he jets off on a European adventure of a lifetime, which soon comes to a halt when he meets Lucy.

But it works. The songs, penned by David Rossmer and Steve Rosen, are just as wholesome and charming as the love story presented to us, with even the most sceptical of audience members (like myself) are soon won over.

The cast of 50 First Dates The Musical. Pamela Raith

The chemistry between Castle and St Clair is palpable, with the pair’s characters falling in love after just one day checking off Lucy’s list and having seemingly the perfect day. Their reputations precede them, having starred in the likes of Mamma Mia! and and Kinky Boots, respectively.

With their romance told through songs such as They’re Not You and Good Morning, Lucy, you find yourself rooting for a pair you’ve only been introduced to just 30 minutes prior.

Like every musicals on and off the West End, the ensemble is core to any show, and 50 First Dates is no different.

From the absolute power ballad that is Key Largo, led beautifully by Chad Saint Louis (Spring Awakening), to Aiesha Naomi Pease’s performance of pretty much anything, her voice is complete euphoria.

Ricky Rojas and Aiesha Naomi Pease stood beside one another looking confused. — Ricky Rojas and Aiesha Naomi Pease. Pamela Raith

One part of the musical, just as in the film, that makes this an incredibly heartwarming outing is the love that the residents of Key Largo, her family and eventually Henry have for Lucy.

Perfectly weaved throughout the musical is the love each and every character has for one another, whether it be romantic or platonic, or sometimes misconstrued when it comes to Henry’s manager, Delilah, played hilariously by Natasha O’Brien (Mamma Mia!).

The Other Palace makes the perfect location for 50 First Dates, with the staging and projections adding to the warm and cosy feeling the story omits.

It can be difficult to hit the mark with a movie adaptation for stage, but its creation has been a long and loving road for its creators, who all speak so highly of the work they have created.

The cast of 50 First Dates The Musical all singing and dancing on a pink lit up stage. — The cast of 50 First Dates The Musical. Pamela Raith

“50 First Dates is so much more than a romantic comedy,” said Rosen. “While it is wonderful to watch Henry and Lucy fall in love, there is something so much deeper play.”

Rosen noted that the story is about “community and about the lengths people will go to in order to level the playing field for people they love who have been dealt an unfair situation”, and 50 First Dates: The Musical has certainly succeeded in telling that story.

If you’re after charm, wittiness and charisma, 50 First Dates could just be the musical for you.

50 First Dates: The Musical is at The Other Palace until Sunday 16th November.

Make sure you also check out the best West End shows and our review of Evita. Also, here’s how to get cheap Cadbury World tickets.

September 25, 2025 0 comments

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First Trailer, Release Dates, First Photos and More – Hollywood Life

by jummy84 September 25, 2025

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Ariana GrandeAmerican Music Awards, Show, Los Angeles, USA - 20 Nov 2016WEARING BAJA EAST — Image Credit: Universal Pictures

Ariana Grande poses surrounded by natural beauty to launch her new fragrance “God is a Woman”. Inspired by “the power of nature”, God is a Woman is composed of 91% naturally derived clean ingredients and is 100% vegan and cruelty free. In the first two weeks after its launch, a contribution from every qualifying purchase of the fragrance will be donated to global ocean clean up initiatives. Ariana said: “I’m beyond thrilled to celebrate the release of our first ever clean fragrance. “We have, of course, been cruelty free but taking this next step moving into clean, with responsibly sourced materials and vegan ingredients, is something we are all very proud of. “I really adore this fragrance and hope it makes everyone wearing it feel beautiful and empowered.” Ariana launched her first fragrance in 2015 and has since achieved unprecedented retails sails of more than $750 million. God is a Woman launched exclusively on Ulta.com and is now available at Ulta Beauty stores across the United States, with suggested retail prices from $45 (USD) to $65. It will be released globally later this year. The fragrance comes in a translucent lavender glass, with the bottle set inside a stone-like holder. *BYLINE MUST CREDIT: LUXE Brands/Mega. 02 Aug 2021 Pictured: Ariana Grande launches her new fragrance"God is a Woman", BYLINE MUST CREDIT: LUXE Brands/Mega. Photo credit: LUXE Brands/MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA775863_002.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency] — Image Credit: Universal Pictures

Something Wicked has already arrived — and there’s more to come. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo brought the iconic roles of Glinda and Elphaba to life in the first Wicked movie, which hit theaters November 22, 2024. Now, audiences are gearing up for the second chapter: Wicked: For Good, set to sweep into theaters November 21, 2025. Director Jon M. Chu first teased fans back in April 2023 with photos on Instagram of Cynthia in Elphaba’s legendary green and Ariana in Glinda’s pink, captioning it, “Green & Pink. It always starts with green and pink.”

The movies are based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway show, which is a prequel to The Wizard of Oz. A Wicked movie was announced way back in 2016, but it took until 2021 for the process to really get going. From the talented cast to the release dates, the expectations were very high for these two films. Here’s everything you need to know about the two Wicked movies.

‘Wicked’ Movies Release Dates

The first Wicked movie, titled Wicked Part One, was released on November 22, 2024. The sequel, titled Wicked Part Two, comes out exactly one year later on November 21, 2025.

The runtime for Wicked Part One is about 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Jon explained why the project was split into two movies back in April 2022. “As we prepared this production over the last year, it became increasingly clear that it would be impossible to wrestle the story of WICKED into a single film without doing some real damage to it,” Jon wrote on Twitter. “We decided to give ourselves a bigger canvas and make not just one WICKED movie but TWO!! With more space, we can tell the story of WICKED as it was meant to be told while bringing even more depth and surprise to the journeys of these beloved characters.”

Special #Wicked Movie Announcement… ✌🏼🎬🧹🌸💚sent from my OzPhone: pic.twitter.com/4qPpvVD4rR
— Jon M. Chu (@jonmchu) April 26, 2022

Wicked: For Good Trailer

‘Wicked’ Movies Cast & Crew

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were cast as Glinda and Elphaba, respectively, on November 4, 2021. Both actresses shared the news of their casting on Instagram. Ariana shared a photo of her hands over her face as she sat in front of an Apple MacBook after learning the news. The pop star also shared screenshots of a three-way call between herself, Cynthia, and Jon, followed by just a call between the ladies.

In Cynthia’s post, the British actress held her hands over her mouth and was in tears as she found out she got the role. Ariana and Cynthia also sent each other flowers with heartfelt notes where they congratulated each other on the new job.

Ariana is taking over the role of Glinda the Good Witch, which was originated by Kristen Chenoweth in the Broadway show. Cynthia is playing Elphaba, who was originally portrayed by Idina Menzel on Broadway. Both Kristen and Idina congratulated Ariana and Cynthia on snagging the iconic roles.

The rest of the cast for the Wicked movies is pretty epic. Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey is playing Fiyero, Elphaba’s love interest. Jon Chu confirmed Jonathan’s casting in September 2022. “He’s perfect, they’re perfect. They’d be perfect together. Born to be forever….. I am too excited to pretend this hasn’t been happening. We have a Fiyero!!!! #JonathanBailey #Wicked,” he wrote on Twitter.

The role of Fiyero in the Wicked movies was a top role for musical actors. Nick Jonas confirmed in June 2023 that he did audition for the role of Fiyero. “Yes, it’s true. Joe and I both went out, and we didn’t get it. But that’s the life of an actor,” Nick told Variety.

He added, “I think it went really well. I was very happy coming out of the room. I’m a huge fan of the show, and that’s a role I always thought it would be fun to play. But I think Jonathan [Bailey] is going to do a great job, and I’m sure the movie is going to be great.”

Michelle Yeoh is playing Madame Morrible, the headmistress of Crage Hall at Shiz University. Jeff Goldblum is confirmed to be playing The Wizard. Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang is playing Pfannee, Elphaba and Glinda’s classmate at Shiz University. The Greatest Showman star Kaela Settle is playing Miss Coddle. The cast also consists of Ethan Slater as Boq, Marissa Bode as Nessarose (Elphaba’s sister), Bronwyn James as ShenShen, Aaron Teoh as Avaric, and Colin Michael Carmichael as Professor Nikdik.

Jon M. Chu is directing the Wicked movies from a screenplay written by Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz. Stephen is also doing the music, which is set to include some of the musical’s most classic songs such as “Defying Gravity” and “Popular.” Marc Platt, who is Ben Platt‘s father, and David Stone are producing the films. Alice Brooks is the cinematographer, Nathan Crowley is the production designer, and Paul Tazewell is the costume designer.

Production Trivia

Rehearsals for Wicked Part One began in August 2022. Both Ariana and Cynthia gave fans some behind-the-scenes glimpses into their rehearsals in October 2022. The duo posed for a cute mirror selfie during a break in the rehearsal studio. Ariana underwent a blonde hair makeover that month to play Glinda. Jon Chu confirmed on December 9 that filming had begun three days earlier, in London.

The cast and crew were supposed to shoot Wicked Part One and Wicked: Part Two back to back. However, the SAG-AFTRA strike put production on hold in July 2023 when the cast and crew just had a few days left of filming. Once the strike was over, filming resumed and wrapped up in January 2024.

In March 2024, director Jon M. Chu revealed to Vanity Fair that Cynthia and Ariana insisted on singing live while filming. “When we were shooting it, those girls were like ‘F**k the pre-records. We’re going live,’” he said.

What We Know About the Plot Of the ‘Wicked’ Movies

‘Wicked’ is a prequel to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ (Photo: everett collection)

The Wicked films are expected to closely follow the plot of the Broadway show, which is actually based on Gregory Maguire‘s 1995 novel. The story takes place before and after Dorothy Gale arrives in Oz from Kansas and explores the relationship between Elphaba and Glinda. The pair start off as unlikely friends but eventually, they become adversaries after The Wizard casts a spell on Elphaba which turns her into the Wicked Witch.

Cynthia previously teased how the films are going to be even better than the musical. “I think it’s going to be unlike anything you’ve ever seen before,” Cynthia told Entertainment Tonight at the 2022 SAG Awards. “I think we’re going to enjoy the magic of it. We’re going to try and put our own spin on what we know already and show you a story about two women [who] are sisters,” she added.

Stephen Schwartz confirmed in a June 2022 newsletter that there will be new songs in the films. “There are two new songs in the second movie that are complete songs in themselves, and then there are new sections in some of the existing songs in both movies. All the new material, of course, is to meet the demands of the storytelling,” he said.

September 25, 2025 0 comments

Bollywood

Dates, Tickets, Cities & More: Know All About AP Dhillon’s India Tour

by jummy84 September 24, 2025

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Punjabi singer AP Dhillon has announced his highly anticipated One of One India Tour 2025. The tour will cover eight cities and will kick off this December. His long-time collaborator Shinda Kahlon will also be joining him on stage. It will start with Ahmedabad on December 5, followed by Delhi, Ludhiana, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai and will conclude on December 28 in Jaipur. Pre-sale tickets will go live on September 26.

Sharing the news, he wrote on Instagram, “India, see you in December for the One of One Tour. No matter where this journey takes me, home is where it hits different. Let’s make it unforgettable. Visa Pre-Sale: Sept 26 | General On-Sale: Sept 28”

The setlist will have his popular hits such as Brown Munde, Excuses, Insane, Summer High and With You. It will also include new releases such as Thori Si Daaru, Afsos and STFU.

The singer acknowledged and appreciated the support he receives from people in India and said, “India will always be the heart of my inspiration and art. The unwavering support and enthusiasm I receive from Indian fans is always encouraging, and I am beyond excited to embark on this tour. I look forward to reconnecting with newer audiences and creating incredible memories together.”

The tickets will be available on an online ticketing platform. AP Dhillon, Team Innovation and the ticket platform are also donating Rs 100 from every ticket sold to relief efforts in Punjab after the devastating floods.

About AP Dhillon

Amritpal Singh Dhillon is an Indo-Canadian singer, rapper, and producer who first made waves in the Punjabi music scene in 2019 with his debut single Fake. Alongside Fake, he also produced Faraar by Gurinder Gill and Shinda Kahlon. His breakthrough came in 2020 with tracks such as Majhail, Excuses, and Brown Munde.

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