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Who Is the Mysterious Rider in 'Wicked's Opening Sequence?

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Mysterious rider in 'Wicked' opening hints at unexpected twist for Elphaba in Part Two
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  • Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande star in Jon M. Chu's highly anticipated 'Wicked' films, and the opening sequence includes a blink-and-you'll-miss-it detail that could foreshadow a major plot point in the second installment
  • According to industry insiders, the shadowy figure on horseback shown briefly in the 'Wicked' opening could be a symbolic representation of Elphaba's iconic character, suggesting a surprising new direction for the witchy heroine's story arc
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Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked
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