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Michelle Yeoh Joined 'Wicked' Due to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

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Iconic actress Michelle Yeoh joins the 'Wicked' movie musical, swayed by the star power of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
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  • Yeoh initially had doubts about playing Madame Morrible, but director Jon M. Chu's persistence and the involvement of singers Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo convinced her to take the role.
  • Yeoh shares that she would have said 'yes' to Chu no matter what, showing her trust and excitement to work with the acclaimed director on this highly anticipated adaptation.
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Michelle Yeoh, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked
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