Ariana Grande, also known officially as Ariana Grande-Butera, is ready to shift gears in her career, bringing her focus to acting in a significant way. During a candid conversation on the popular podcast *Las Culturistas*, hosted by Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, she made a bold announcement that left fans both excited and curious about her future direction.

Ariana shared, “I’m gonna say something so scary. It’s gonna scare the absolute shit out of my fans and everyone, but I love them, and they’ll deal.” This statement suggests a transformative phase in her career. While her loyal fanbase has eagerly awaited her upcoming role in the highly-anticipated film adaptation of *Wicked*—which director Jon M. Chu promises will be a breathtaking experience—Ariana's revelation that she plans to dedicate more time to acting might come as less of a shock.

“I’m always gonna make music…I pinky promise,” she reassured her fans. However, she candidly reflected on the past decade of her life in the music industry, stating that the intensity with which she has pursued pop music is not how she envisions the next ten years. Instead, she is ready to embrace a path that prioritizes her passion for acting and musical theater.

“I think I love acting,” she confessed. “I love musical theater. I think reconnecting with this part of myself, who started in musical theater and who loves comedy, heals me.” This healing process, she explained, allows her to channel her emotions into fictional characters rather than continuously reliving personal experiences through songwriting. “It’s about putting parts of myself into little homes and characters, rather than songwriting my own pain.”

As Ariana navigates this exciting transition, fans can't help but wonder how her newfound emphasis on acting will influence her music career. With the rising popularity of film musicals and streaming platforms continuously craving fresh talent, Ariana's move could mark a pivotal moment not only in her career but also within the entertainment industry.

Stay tuned as Ariana Grande embarks on this thrilling journey—could the world be witnessing the rise of a new musical theater icon?