Ariana Grande Embraces Acting, Plans Shift from Pop Music

The 'Wicked' star reveals her intent to focus more on acting and musical theater in the coming decade.

Ariana Grande, starring as Glinda in the upcoming 'Wicked' film, plans to prioritize acting over her pop music career.
Grande expressed a desire to return to her musical theater roots, citing the experience as healing and fulfilling.
The pop star used her full name, Ariana Grande-Butera, in the film credits as a tribute to her younger self and her early love for 'Wicked'.
Cynthia Erivo, who stars alongside Grande as Elphaba, praised her co-star's casting, expressing relief at Grande's selection.
Grande's relationship with 'Wicked' co-star Ethan Slater has been in the spotlight, with the pair recently going public during the film's promotional tour.