Two highly anticipated blockbusters, “Wicked” and “Gladiator 2,” are set to premiere on the same day, potentially creating a new cultural phenomenon dubbed “Barbenheimer.” Last year, a similar clash between “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” resulted in both films becoming massive box office hits, grossing over $2 billion combined. With star-studded casts and acclaimed directors, “Wicked” and “Gladiator 2” aim to replicate this success, but they face tough competition from other upcoming releases like “Moana 2.” The clash between these two films could provide a much-needed boost to the struggling movie industry.
