Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande Share Hilarious BTS Moments from Wicked

During a recent Q&A with Variety at the Directors Guild of America, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo shared humorous behind-the-scenes stories from filming 'Wicked,' particularly the song 'Defying Gravity.' Grande recounted a chaotic moment involving an onion-laden lunch that left Erivo struggling and a steamer that burned her. The actresses both laughed about the challenges they faced while filming, including the ice pack used between takes. Additionally, Erivo discussed her emotional reaction to receiving an Oscar nomination for her role as Elphaba, which she learned about while flying to the Sundance Film Festival. This nomination marks her second Academy Award nod, as she was previously recognized for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in 'Harriet.' Both actresses have garnered significant praise for their performances in 'Wicked.'