Ariana's Wicked Woes: Plane Maintenance Grounds Actress Ahead of Premiere

On November 3, 2025, Ariana, the 32-year-old actress set to star as Glinda in the 2024 Wicked sequel, faced a major setback just days before the film's premiere. In an Instagram Story, Ariana expressed her devastation as her team and the production company, Universal, were forced to deplane their flight due to a safety issue that required maintenance on the plane.

The maintenance work would not be completed until the following day, meaning Ariana would not be able to arrive in time for the Wicked sequel's premiere on November 21, 2024. Ariana and her team explored every possible alternative flight option, but none would get her to the event before it began.

The news is a significant blow for the highly anticipated Wicked sequel, which is set to hit theaters on November 21, 2024. Ariana's role as Glinda, opposite Cynthia's Elphaba, has been eagerly anticipated by fans of the beloved musical. The delay in Ariana's arrival threatens to overshadow the film's debut, as her presence is seen as crucial to the event's success.