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WICKED Director Jon M. Chu Originally Wanted to Cast "No-Namers" for the Lead Roles

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Blockbuster director Jon M. Chu reveals his unconventional vision for the big-screen adaptation of Broadway's beloved musical 'Wicked' - and it's turning Hollywood heads.
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  • Chu originally wanted to cast complete 'no-namers' as Elphaba and Glinda, defying the industry's obsession with star power to focus on unearthing fresh talent.
  • Insiders say Chu's bold, talent-first approach could shake up the traditional model for adapting hit musicals, prioritizing authenticity over bankability.
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Jon M. Chu, WICKED, Wicked
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