Ariana Grande shared insights into her experience playing Glinda in the upcoming 'Wicked' films, which were shot simultaneously and feature two new original songs for the characters. She described the emotional and technical challenges of performing a classical, operatic role, including extensive vocal training to master a coloratura soprano voice. Grande expressed her honor and nervousness about debuting the new song 'The Girl in the Bubble,' which offers a rare introspective moment for Glinda, reflecting her internal growth and genuine goodness. She highlighted the importance of bringing emotional truth to her performance, using a color-coding system to map Glinda's moods and insecurities. Grande praised director Jon M. Chu’s empathetic vision and collaborative approach, which allowed actors to improvise and feel safe on set. The response from fans has been overwhelming, with Grande recalling a memorable interaction with a young fan during a stage performance. Overall, she considers it a privilege to explore both the light and darkness of her character in this role.