Stars Shocked as Hang-Gliding Photographer Crashes Movie’s Privacy
London, England – In an unbelievable turn of events, pop superstar Ariana Grande and her “Wicked” co-star Jonathan Bailey revealed the extraordinary lengths paparazzi went to in order to snap photos of the film set. During a recent interview with V Man magazine, the actors recounted their shock and disbelief at discovering a photographer hang-gliding over the outdoor set, capturing footage with a GoPro strapped to his feet.
“It felt like a teeny, little secret student thing — its intimacy,” Grande described the atmosphere on set before the incident. “It felt so small and private until all of a sudden, we were outside, and the Daily Mail was hang-gliding over our set.”
Bailey, who stars alongside Scarlett Johansson in the upcoming “Jurassic World” film, jokingly suggested the photographer could be cast as a pterodactyl. He described the scene as “a man on a massive kite, floating around with his legs hanging down.”
Grande, initially questioning her own eyesight, expressed her astonishment: “I couldn’t believe my eyes. Well, firstly because I don’t have the best eyes. But secondly, because there’s no way. There’s no way! I was like, ‘Ah! Guy on a hand glider.'”
This incident marks a new level of intrusion into the privacy of celebrities, raising serious questions about the ethics of paparazzi and the lengths they will go to obtain a shot. The use of a hang-glider not only invades the set and disrupts filming but also poses potential safety risks.
The “Wicked” set, known for its elaborate and fantastical design, has been a target for paparazzi ever since production began. However, this latest incident has sparked outrage and calls for stricter measures to protect actors and film sets from such intrusive behavior.
Grande and Bailey’s candid recounting of the incident sheds light on the challenges faced by high-profile individuals in maintaining privacy while working. It also highlights the increasing boldness of paparazzi who seem undeterred by traditional security measures.
“Wicked,” a two-part film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, is set to be released in November 2024. Despite the unwelcome aerial intrusion, both Grande and Bailey have expressed excitement for the film’s release, praising the intimate and collaborative atmosphere fostered by director Jon M. Chu.
