Adele hypes 'Wicked' despite not liking musicals and fans love her Ariana Grande nod

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Adele, 36, has shared her excitement for the film adaptation of 'Wicked', despite admitting she’s not typically a fan of musicals.

The singer is set to conclude her Las Vegas residency on Saturday and discussed her weekend plans during her concert on Friday, November 22, at Caesars Palace.

Adele shares her thoughts on musicals during concert

The revelation came during a conversation about "witches," as Adele addressed the audience in a viral social media post on X (previously Twitter) and TikTok.

The 'Someone Like You' singer began by expressing her general views on musicals.

“Talking of witches, right, I don't really like musicals. And don't judge, you know. I think it's an art. I think it's a craft,” Adele said.

She continued, “I think it's absolutely phenomenal. It just doesn't do anything for me.”

However, Adele admitted that the promotional efforts surrounding 'Wicked' had piqued her interest.

“But whatever this 'Wicked' campaign has going on, I am gagged to see it. I am excited,” she said, to cheers from the audience, Daily Mail reported. 

'Wicked', directed by Jon M Chu and starring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater, is an adaptation of the Broadway musical 'Wicked'.

Adele confirms plans to watch 'Wicked'

Despite her earlier lack of enthusiasm for musicals, Adele revealed her plans to see the film adaptation of 'Wicked'.

“I am going to watch 'Wicked', which is absolutely crazy because I didn't like the musical itself. I don't like any musicals,” she explained.

“The marketing campaign has worked. It has worked on me. And I am absolutely going to see it probably on Sunday, when I’m going to see it. I'm very, very excited,” the singer concluded.

Fans react to Adele's nod to Ariana Grande

The clip of Adele discussing 'Wicked' was also reposted to X, where netizens reacted to her comments.

Many noted her indirect acknowledgment of Ariana Grande, who stars in the film.

One fan commented, “Omg I prayed for times like these.” Another fan added, “And we need to see it! Let’s go mother!”

“The closest she’s ever come to talking about Ari,” penned someone else.

“It means she’ll see Ariana and finally acknowledge her. OUUUUUUU Godele pls make it happen,” read another tweet.

One fan summed up their admiration for both Adele and the film, saying, “Talent recognizes talent, full stop.”

“This is the first time the adele acknowledged anything related to ariana we love it tho” remarked another individual.

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