Singapore authorities have sentenced Johnson Wen, a 26-year-old Australian man known online as “Pyjama Man,” to nine days in jail for rushing at Ariana Grande during the premiere of Wicked: For Good on November 13, 2025. Wen pleaded guilty to a single charge of being a public nuisance, according to court reports.
The Red Carpet Incident
The incident occurred at the Asia-Pacific premiere of Wicked: For Good at Universal Studios Singapore. Video footage, including clips Wen posted on his own Instagram account, shows him sprinting toward Grande, grabbing her, and pulling her close. Grande, 32, appeared visibly shaken but unharmed as security and her co-star Cynthia Erivo intervened immediately to separate the man from the actress.
Grande’s co-star Marissa Bode condemned Wen’s behavior in a TikTok post, calling him a “loser” and highlighting the dangers of attention-seeking actions amplified by social media.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing
On November 17, 2025, the Singapore court sentenced Wen to nine days in jail. The judge described his behavior as “attention-seeking” and emphasized that Wen wrongly assumed there would be no consequences for his actions. Prosecutors noted Wen displayed a “glaring lack of remorse”, even though he claimed he would not repeat the behavior.
Following the incident, Wen shared on Instagram Stories that he had been “free after being arrested,” but the court ultimately handed down the custodial sentence.
Who Is “Pyjama Man”?
Johnson Wen, an Australian national, has a history of approaching celebrities at public events. He has previously appeared on stage at concerts, including Katy Perry and The Weeknd, and has posted footage of these incidents on social media.
Authorities have highlighted that such behavior constitutes a serious security risk for public figures, especially during high-profile events.
Ariana Grande’s Response
Ariana Grande has not publicly addressed the incident directly. However, on November 14, 2025, she posted photos from the Singapore press tour stop on Instagram with the caption:
“thank you, Singapore. we love you.”
The brief statement avoided mention of the attack, suggesting Grande chose to focus on her fans and the promotional tour rather than the disturbance caused by Wen.
Legal and Safety Implications
The case serves as a reminder of the risks celebrities face at public appearances, particularly when individuals exploit social media for attention. Singapore authorities and international law enforcement continue to enforce strict measures against public nuisances to protect high-profile figures at events.
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