Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo Defend ‘Crying’ in ‘Wicked’ Press Tour Interviews

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are feeling “Popular” ahead of the release of “Wicked” … admitting they’ve cried through a number of press interviews for the musical movie.

The actresses, who play Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in the new flick, stopped by “Today” to discuss their special bond … revealing it’s part of the reason they’ve shed a tear or two while promoting the movie.

Cynthia said a few journalists have wept with them while discussing the highly anticipated movie, sharing they’ve broken out in tears over all the love. The internet has certainly had a field day over the pair’s tearful reactions, too … roasting both Cynthia and Ari in a number of posts on X.

Ariana was quick to apologize for their emotional reaction to the press tour, quipping … “We’re sorry. Much to the annoyance of many.”

Yet, per Cynthia, they “can’t help it,” as she and Ariana have been on “such a long journey” to bring “Wicked” to the big screen.

She added … “For both of us, it’s just a huge dream come true.”

Ariana expressed a similar sentiment, saying she’s been profoundly moved by people’s first reactions to seeing the film.

Ariana and Cynthia even made it clear their friendship isn’t just for show … detailing the number of shared tattoos they’ve gotten throughout making “Wicked” — including one secret one, which they wouldn’t elaborate on.

Looks like the “Wicked” movie has impacted them “For Good”!!!