Name: Wicked (2024)
Genre: Musical, Fantasy
Released: 2024-11-22
Rating: 7.7
Cast: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Peter Dinklage

Pune

Raja Shivaji

Hoppers

Chand Mera Dil

Michael

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do

The Odyssey

Peddi

Drishyam 3 (2026)

Project Hail Mary

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe

Bandar

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Devil Wears Prada 2

Dhurandhar The Revenge

The Sheep Detectives

Obsession

Mollywood Times

Daadi Ki Shaadi

Tumbadchi Manjula

Book tickets for the latest movies now showing in {city} theatres — Bollywood blockbusters, Hollywood releases, and regional hits. Get real-time showtimes, instant seat selection, and the best deals at PVR, INOX, Cinepolis &amp; more on District. {movie}

dds-bg-transparent dds-bg-none dds-border-0 dds-border-solid dds-border-transparent dds-border-0

Sing Geetham

Graamaayana

I'm Handsome(Since 2009)

Charukesi

Mruthyudevate

Nizhal

Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past

Mahun Dilwala Tahun Dilwali

Abhyanjana

Uttara

Governor

Backrooms

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

Varavu

Chupa Chupi

Valluvan

Kshameyirali Thande

Double Occupancy

Oye Bhole Oye 2

Main Vaapas Aaunga

Plan ahead for the most awaited Bollywood, Hollywood, and regional releases in {city}. Browse upcoming movies, watch trailers, check release dates, and book your seats the moment advance booking opens on District. {movie}

Action

Adventure

Comedy

Drama

Horror

Science Fiction

Fantasy

Romance

Thriller

Animation

Discover movies in {city} by your favourite genre — action, comedy, romance, thriller, horror, drama, sci-fi, and family films. Browse genre-wise listings of Bollywood, Hollywood, and regional releases, and book the perfect movie night on District. {movie}

Hindi

English

Marathi

Telugu

Malayalam

Korean

Tamil

Prefer watching movies in your language? Find the latest Hindi, English, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, and Punjabi films playing in {city} theatres right now. Check showtimes and book tickets instantly on District. {movie}

PVR Kumar Pacific Mall, Swar Gate, Pune

PVR Grand Highstreet Mall, Hinjawadi, Pune

INOX Bund Garden, Bund Garden Road, Pune

PVR ICON Pavillion Mall, Shivajinagar, Pune

INOX Elpro City Square, Chinchwad, Pune

MovieMax Amanora, Town Centre, Pune (Now Renovated)

Miraj Cinemas : Spine City Mall, Pune

MovieMax Gold, Mariplex Mall, Kalyani Nagar, Pune

Cinepolis Nexus Westend, Aundh, Pune

Rajhans Cinemas 93 Avenue Mall, Fatima Nagar, Pune

Alaka Talkies, Sadashiv Peth, Pune

Funsquare Cinema, Ghotawade Phata, Pirangut

INOX Royal Heritage Mall, NIBM Ext., Pune

INOX Jai Ganesh Vision Mall, Akurdi, Pune

PVR Phoenix Market City, Nagar Road, Pune

PVR Directors Cut KOPA, KOPA Mall, Pune

INOX Megaplex, Phoenix Mall of the Millennium, Wakad, Pune

Cinepolis Seasons Mall, Hadapsar, Pune

Cinepolis VIP Seasons Mall, Hadapsar, Pune

Vilux Talkies, Khadki Bazar, Pune

Find the best cinemas across {city} — from premium experiences like IMAX, ONYX, Insignia, 4DX, and Dolby Atmos to neighbourhood multiplexes and single screens. Pick your favourite theatre and book movie tickets in seconds on District. {cinemas}

Nominated for Academy Awards including Best Picture, two young women in the land of Oz form an unlikely friendship that is tested as their lives take different paths. Their journey reveals the events that shape their identities as Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Wicked (2024)

News18

Pinkvilla

Firstpost

orget red, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are ready to paint the town pink and green this weekend with their new musical film, Wicked. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the maestro behind films such as Crazy Rich Asians and two of the three Step Up films, Wicked is the film adaptation of the stage musical of the same name by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman. Much like the Broadway show, Wicked the movie is also a larger-than-life spectacular that is a treat to sense but the film is a tad bit longer than it should be.

Wicked, for those who do not know, is a musical fantasy film that is set in the Land of Oz. The film revolves around Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo), who is rejected by him owing to her unusual green skin tone. Right from her childhood, she has been misunderstood by her family and the people of her town. Her heart desires to meet the Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Jeff Goldblum) who could change her green skin tone into something more acceptable.
While she doesn’t intend on going for a hunt for him, she stumbles upon Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh), the Dean of Sorcery at Shiz University, who recognises her powers and promises that she will help her meet the magical Wizard of Oz. Elphaba gets an admission to Shiz University and is forced to share a room with Glinda Upland (Ariana Grande). She’s Miss Popular on the campus and has everyone under her spell of being Miss Goody Goody. She subtly troubles Elphaba, even leading to an unfortunate public embarrassment incident.

However, she soon realises her mistake and befriends her. Together, they learn the tricks of sorcery and when the time arrives, they make their way to meet the Wizard of Oz. Once in his castle, Elphaba changes her heart’s desire. She asks the Wizard to help the animals that are being caged. Little does Elphaba know at the time that her life is set to take a massive turn and she could potentially be the next Wizard of Oz.
Wicked is the first of the two-part Wicked films. Spread across 160 minutes (2 hours and 40 minutes), Wicked makes use of every minute in hand. Director Jon M. Chu has layered the film, with subplots popping and concluding at every turn. This makes the film a holistic experience. Although the climax is set up to open the door for the sequel, it doesn’t leave you asking questions. Instead, it makes you crave more magic, leading you back to the theatres when Wicked 2 releases in November 2025. The writing is flawless and stays like a faithful tribute to the Broadway show.

The writing is well-supported by the music. It has been a while since a musical has worked its magic on screen (Joker: Folie à Deux could learn something from the film). Composers John Powell and Stephen Schwartz use the songs to propel the story forward instead of merely adding them for the genre. One of the songs that sticks with you when you walk out of the cinema is the song ‘Popular’.
However, personally, the film felt like it could have done away with two songs to make it a tad bit shorter. The film does feel stretched, especially during the climax scene. The insertion of a song in that portion felt unnecessary.

If the music and writing had me seated, cinematographer Alice Brooks’ camera work had me in awe. Wicked is an immersive experience, one that should be experienced on an IMAX screen. The colours, sets and detailing (kudos to the visuals team as well) make it difficult to take your eyes off the screen. I would go in and rewatch the film just for the visuals.

The icing on the cake is the bang-on casting. Ariana is perfect as the annoying, entitled wanna-be witch. She truly gets on your nerves until her character’s arc shifts and you start accepting her for her. Brilliant writing and performance here. No wonder she is ‘Popular’. However, the true star of the show is Cynthia. She is undoubtedly ‘Defying Gravity’! Her subtle, underplaying performance might not take up as much room as Ariana in the first half but her presence is felt. She turns the table completely in the second half of the film, owing every scene she is in, even when a charming Jonathan Bailey is on the screen. Her eyes speak volumes and director Jon M. Chu has made complete use of it.
Another worthy mention would be Peter Dinklage, who voices Doctor Dillamond, a Goat and a History professor at Shiz University. His voice is distinctive and the empathy as well as the fear of the future he brings with just his voice remains with you long after the film ends.

Wicked is truly a treat to not only the fans of the musical but also those who have not watched the Broadway show yet. I would highly recommend that you watch the film but be prepared for the lengthy watch time.

Directed by Jon M. Chu, the beloved musical's screen adaptation retains the stage offering's heart while infusing it with cinematic flair. Chu's efforts in Wicked: Part One deserve, and get, a solid 10/10 from us as without a director whispering—or sometimes screaming—instructions to the actors, no spellbinding performance is possible, no matter how gifted the actors are.

Grande, known globally for her vocal talents, portrays Glinda with ease, and we feel her experience as a Disney star assists her in bringing the enchanting noble witch character to life. Her character in the film does after all possess the same traits as the ever-bubbly Cat Valentine. Grande in her pink ensembles is a delight to watch on the Wicked canvas. 

As for our titular character Elphaba, the green-skinned witch with a troubled past. We won't be exaggerating by a penny when saying Erivo nails her part in the film, managing to strike a calculated balance between being vulnerable and driven at the same time. She’s our heroin with a mission and she’s destined to win, though viewers will have to wait until later next year to see Erivo earning her character the justice she deserves. 
Jonathan Bailey, Wicked’s male protagonist, is every bit the charming prince we expected him to be. He’s effortless in stealing the viewers' breath away whenever he shares the screen with either of the two aforementioned ladies, almost reminding us of the overwhelming number of butterflies we experienced taking flight in our stomachs when we first saw him as Viscount Anthony Bridgerton in the hit regency era Netflix series.

What elixer he’s consuming to become more and more handsome each passing year is something we are very interested in knowing. Johnny if you see this post please find a way to connect with us. Thanks. 

Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, the headmistress of the Crage Hall at Shiz University, and Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond all assist Grande, Erivo, and Bailey in carrying the plot of the musical, and so do rather minor characters like Ethan Slater’s Boq and Bowen Yang’s Pfannee.

Marissa Bode deserves compliments of her own for her portrayal of wheelchair-bound Nessarose, Elphaba’s sister.

Director Jon M. Chu brings the celebrated musical to life with stunning visuals and a powerful 11-song soundtrack. With its compelling narrative, striking theme, and nuanced performances (Grande and Erivo are earning Oscar buzz for a reason), Wicked: Part One is a cinematic experience worth witnessing in theaters near you. 

The plot of the movie starts with news of the death of the Wicked Witch (Cynthia Erivo), which creates a wave of happiness among the Ozians. Glinda (Ariana Grande), who is popularly a good witch, confirms the news of his demise to the people. However, Ozians get surprised when one of them asks Glinda whether the Wicked Witch was her friend and she agrees.

However, taking back to her school days, Glinda reveals how she crossed paths at the Shiz University, where they turned enemies into friends. Wicked Witch aka Elphaba faced rejection right from birth because of her green skin from Ozians and her family.

Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, the headmistress of the Crage Hall at Shiz University, is mighty impressed by Elphaba’s skills and teaches her privately as she feels the green-skinned girl has all power and potential to read Grimmerie, a sacred book of Oz.
However, little did Elphaba know that the University people and the Wizard Of Oz (Jeff Goldblum) have kept some dark secrets and have different plans. What happens next? Well, for that you have to watch Wicked on the big screen.

While Jon Chu’s film is visually stunning, with impeccable VFX, cinematography, choreography, and songs, the editing could have been better. Wicked looks stretched with a duration of close to three hours.

Talking about the performances, Ariana has done well as Glinda with her voice being the soul of the character. However, it is Cynthia, who has stolen the show with her nuanced performance.
Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero is charming and charismatic while Michelle Yeoh & Jeff Goldblum have done justice to their characters. While the built-up in the first part is executed well, it would be interesting to see how the 2nd part takes us on a magical ride.

Ariana Grande-Butera is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Regarded as a pop icon and an influential figure in popular music, she is noted for her four-octave vocal range and her signature use of the whistle register.

Ariana Grande

Cynthia Erivo is an English actress and singer. She gained recognition for starring in the Broadway revival of The Color Purple from 2015 to 2017, for which she won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album

Cynthia Erivo

Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress known for performing her own stunts in films. She rose to prominence after starring in the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies and the martial arts film Crouching Tiger. Also credited as Michelle Khan in some of her films, Yeoh is a recipient of several awards and accolades for her performances. She is also won the Miss Malaysia beauty pageant after a brief career in dance. She has her own production company, Mythical Films.

Michelle Yeoh

Jeff Goldblum is a critically acclaimed American actor who has been constantly receiving prestigious award nominations throughout his career. Known for starring in some of the highest-grossing movies, Goldblum began his acting career on the New York stage. He went on to work with some of the most celebrated filmmakers like Steven Spielberg and Wes Anderson, mostly playing intellectual and eccentric characters. Having made his debut with the 1974 vigilante-action film Death Wish, Goldblum most memorable roles have been in films like Independence Day and the Jurassic Park series.

Jeff Goldblum

Peter Dinklage is an American actor, best known for playing the role of Tyrion Lannister in the TV series Game of Thrones for which he has won several prestigious awards including the Emmy and the Golden Globe. It also made him one of the highest paid actors on television. He made his Hollywood debut in 1995 with the critically acclaimed Living in Oblivion. Dinklage is married to actress Erica Schmidt.

Peter Dinklage

Jonathan Bailey

Bowen Yang

Marissa Bode

A new take on Wizard of Oz, the story is about a green-skinned woman who gets wrongfully framed as the Wicked Witch of the West. The first of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical about a freedom fighter who battles the wizard for her homeland.

Wicked - Official Trailer

Wicked (2024)

Wicked (2024)(2024)

Movies Now Showing in Pune – Latest Releases & Showtimes

Upcoming Movie Releases in Pune – New Films Coming Soon to Theatres

Movies in Pune by Genre – Action, Comedy, Romance, Thriller & More

Movies in Pune by Language – Hindi, English, Marathi, Tamil & Telugu

Top Cinemas in Pune – Best Movie Theatres & Multiplexes Near You