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Michelle Yeoh teases new songs coming in 'Wicked: For Good'
Michelle Yeoh is giving "Wicked" fans a sneak peek at the highly anticipated sequel. In a recent interview with People, the Oscar-winning actress, who plays Madame Morrible, hinted at what audiences can expect in "Wicked: For Good," which will arrive on Nov. 21. "I think you're getting some new songs," Yeoh teased, before joking, "I didn't say that." Fans of the Broadway show's beloved soundtrack won't be disappointed as Stephen Schwartz, who wrote the music and lyrics for the stage production, has previously confirmed he composed two new songs specifically for the film. "I have permission to say there are two new songs in the movie because the storytelling demanded it. One of them happens to be for the character of Elphaba. The other one happens to be for the character of Glinda," Schwartz told the outlet in June. Yeoh also shared that she and her castmates have remained close long after filming wrapped. "I was just at Hollywood Bowl [for] Cynthia," she said, referencing Cynthia Erivo's performance in "Jesus Christ Superstar." "I love her. She was so amazing." In June, fans got a special first look at the film's trailer, which featured Erivo and Ariana Grande reprising their roles as Elphaba and Glinda. Directed once again by Jon M. Chu, "Wicked: For Good" picks up with the two characters estranged and follows their journey to repair their friendship in order to save Oz for good. The film also stars Jeff Goldblum as the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Ethan Slater as Boq, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, and Yeoh as Madame Morrible. The first "Wicked" film earned 10 Oscar nominations at the 97th Academy Awards and won two, including best costume design and best production design. Erivo received a best actress nomination, while Grande was nominated for best supporting actress. "Wicked: For Good" hits theaters Nov. 21, 2025.
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Michelle Yeoh Shares a Surprise Detail Fans Might Not Expect in 'Wicked: For Good '(Exclusive)
The much-anticipated second installment hits theaters on Nov. 21 NEED TO KNOW Michelle Yeoh shared a fun detail about Wicked: For Good, the upcoming second installment in the hit franchise Yeoh said that fans can likely expect 'some new songs' in the new movie Stephen Schwartz, who composed the music and lyrics for the live show, also penned the new tracks Michelle Yeoh is spilling the tea about what to expect from Wicked: For Good, the second installment of Wicked. Yeoh, who plays Madame Morrible in the films, recently revealed that fans will be getting a melodic surprise in the upcoming Wicked: For Good during an exclusive chat with PEOPLE about her lead voice role in the upcoming English-language version of the Chinese blockbuster Ne Zha 2. 'I think you're getting some new songs,' Yeoh, 63, says of Wicked: For Good, before jokingly adding, 'I didn't say that.' Devotees of the hit Broadway show's original soundtrack will be in good hands when it comes to the new songs. Stephen Schwartz, who composed the music and lyrics for the live show, penned the new tracks. "I have permission to say there are two new songs in the movie because the storytelling demanded it. One of them happens to be for the character of Elphaba. The other one happens to be for the character of Glinda,' Schwartz exclusively told PEOPLE at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony in June. Yeoh went on to share that she and her fellow Wicked castmates have remained in touch even though filming has long ended. 'I was just at Hollywood Bowl [for] Cynthia,' she said, referring to castmate Cynthia Erivo's performance as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar. 'I love her. She was so amazing,' Yeoh raved. In addition to Wicked: For Good, which premieres on Nov. 21, the Oscar winner is also busy promoting Ne Zha II. Yeoh voices Lady Yin — Ne Zha's mother — in the English-language version of the Chinese box office phenomenon. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'I had seen Ne Zha II in Chinese, and even at that time I thought, 'I hope they do an English version, because you want little kids to be able to see it and understand,' ' she told PEOPLE of the film, which tells the story of the rebellious young demigod Ne Zha. 'So when they did come to me and said, 'Would this interest you?' I jumped right in,' she said, adding that the film ingeniously preserves traditional Chinese storytelling while also making it accessible to modern audiences. 'The storytelling is so amazing because they have kept intact the classic myth of how it was before, but added that contemporary way of storytelling,' she said. 'So that's the bridge for the generational gap. Like we say, it is timeless, but timely.' The English-language version Ne Zha II hits theaters on Aug. 22. Read the original article on People
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11-06-2025
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Wicked deals just dropped: Maxwell & Williams launches magical new collection and it's up to 50 per cent off
Forget Defying Gravity, your bank account might just start defying logic with how good these deals are. Maxwell & Williams has cast a spell over our kitchens and tea trolleys with their new Wicked homewares collection, and the result is pure magic. Inspired by Oz, Elphaba, Glinda and the glittering world of Wicked, this limited-edition range brings together playful charm and elegant design in a way that's so not average Munchkinland. From ribbed glassware in signature green and pink to charming tea sets that look like they've been brewed in the Emerald City, this enchanting range lets you host in style and at a price that won't make your finances go full Madame Morrible. Whether you're team Glinda (bubbly, bright and pink-loving) or more of an Elphaba type (moody, sharp, endlessly iconic), there's a piece here for every kind of witch. Even the most casual fan will appreciate the craftsmanship and clever nods to the movie. These aren't just cups and saucers, they're conversation starters. They're 'where did you get that?' moments. They're the kind of items you gift to your most fabulous, theatre-obsessed friend and then immediately regret not buying a second set for yourself. The Maxwell & Williams Wicked collection is c urrently on sale on Amazon Australia, with some pieces marked down by up to 50 per cent. Better get in quick before they're gone... for good. Our Best Picks from the Maxwell & Williams Wicked collection. A Wicked (For) Good Deal So, quit Dancing Through Life unless you want to end up feeling Popular in the wrong way (as in, you missed out and everyone else is sipping martinis from their Elphaba coupe glasses), you'll want to get in quick.
