Australian ‘Pyjama Man’ receives jail time and removal order after red-carpet incident at Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore

The Incident Unfolds

24 November 2025: During the Singapore premiere of Wicked: For Good, a 26-year-old Australian man, identified as Johnson Wen and known online as “Pyjama Man,” jumped over a barricade and made physical contact with Ariana Grande on the yellow carpet. His actions interrupted the red-carpet walk at Universal Studios Singapore, prompting Grande’s co-star Cynthia Erivo to rush in and intervene while security apprehended him.

Legal Consequences

Wen faced legal repercussions swiftly. He pled guilty to the charge of public nuisance and was sentenced to nine days in jail. After serving his term­ — ending 23 November 2025 — Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority deported him back to Australia. Upon his removal, authorities officially barred him from re-entering Singapore.

A History of Intrusions

According to court records and media reports, Wen has a documented pattern of disrupting high-profile events. Previous incidents include stage-crashes at concerts by major artists. The Singapore District Judge described his behaviour as “attention-seeking,” noting the repeated nature of his actions and the potential risk posed at celebrity events.

Impact on Grande and the Event

While Grande has not issued a public statement regarding the incident, the moment raised concerns given her past experience of trauma tied to a public event. The premiere carried on, but the disruption highlighted security vulnerabilities and cast a shadow over what was meant to be a celebratory moment for the film.

What Comes Next

In the aftermath of the incident, red-carpet events — especially global premieres — are likely to adopt heightened security measures. The deportation and ban of Wen send a clear message: physical intrusion at celebrity events is not acceptable, and authorities in Singapore and elsewhere are prepared to act swiftly.

For Ariana Grande and her team, the incident underscores the importance of protection at public appearances. For Wen, the removal order means Singapore will no longer be a venue for his stunts — and the industry can hope that his removal signals a deterrent for future disruptions.