Jonathan Bailey's Deep Connection to 'Wicked': A Full Circle Moment

'Wicked' star Jonathan Bailey shares his emotional ties to the film, excited to watch it with family, especially his grandmother. At the Los Angeles premiere, Bailey reflected on how 'Wicked' captivated his childhood. He cherishes watching it with younger family members and praises the film's production quality. (ANI)

'Wicked' star Jonathan Bailey has opened up about his profound emotional connection to the upcoming film, sharing his enthusiasm to watch it alongside some of his closest family members. At the Los Angeles premiere on November 9, the actor reminisced on the significant impact the beloved musical has had on his life, describing how participating in the film adaptation feels like a full-circle moment.

The 36-year-old actor, who appears alongside Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Bowen Yang, and Ethan Slater, spoke with E! News about his nostalgic attachment to 'Wicked' that dates back to his childhood. Bailey vividly recalled early memories of the musical, which first captured his heart as a child, often watching it in the company of his grandparents.

'I remember watching it with my grandparents,' Bailey said, highlighting his lifelong connection to 'Wicked.' He expressed his excitement at the prospect of sharing the film with his 93-year-old grandmother in London. Not limited to just older generations, Bailey has already enjoyed the film with younger family members, including his niece in Sydney.

Bailey's journey with 'Wicked' began at 15, as he listened to the musical's soundtrack and was moved by its orchestration. During an earlier interview with costar Ariana Grande, he recalled how the show's culture-shifting impact and powerful compositions had resonated with him.

Bailey also shared moments from his school days, enjoying the musical with his best friend, which established a bond between them. The themes of 'Wicked' spoke to Bailey and have evolved over time, prompting his excitement in seeing how they are portrayed in the movie.

The actor praised director Jon Chu and producer Marc Platt for their dedication to the film's production, noting the grandeur of the sets and intricate attention to detail surpassed his expectations. He appreciated how the film preserved the wonderment of musical theatre while bringing 'Wicked's' themes to a broader audience.

The highly anticipated 'Wicked' film adaptation is set to open in theatres on November 22, featuring a star-studded cast including Bailey, Grande, Erivo, and others, with visuals that pay homage to the iconic Broadway musical.

(With inputs from agencies.)