The Hilarious Return of Ariana Grande, Robert De Niro, and Ben Stiller in "Meet the Parents 4"
Ariana Grande and Robert De Niro star in the upcoming comedy sequel - Ariana Grande joins forces with Robert De Niro for a humor-filled sequel
In the bustling city of Los Angeles, pop sensation Ariana Grande ("Eternal Sunshine") is delving into the world of comedy, joining forces with acting veterans Robert De Niro (81) and Ben Stiller (59) for the anticipated sequel to the hit comedy "Meet the Parents". While details about her role are hush-hush, Grande shared her enthusiasm for the project via an Instagram story, eagerly looking forward to meeting the family.
The original film, "Meet the Parents" (2000), followed Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) as he nervously introduced himself to his fiancée Pam's (Teri Polo) parents, notably, her father Jack (Robert De Niro), who couldn't stand Greg from the get-go. The laugh-out-loud series continued with "Meet the Fockers" (2004) and "Little Fockers" (2010), filled with comedic twists and a strong family dynamic.
John Hamburg, who penned the scripts for the first three films, will slip back into his director's chair for this untitled sequel, slated to hit theaters in 2026.
Grande embarked on her acting journey as a young actress in the musical "13". She later starred in the Nickelodeon series "Victorious" and "Sam & Cat". Her TV appearances also include "Scream Queens," while her film credits include "Don't Look Up" (2021). This year, Grande was celebrated with Golden Globe and Oscar nominations for her performance as Glinda, the Good Witch, in "Wicked" (2025), the film adaptation of the musical "Wicked".
Rumors have it that Ariana Grande will portray a sophisticated yet possibly challenging partner in the upcoming comedy who could give Greg's father-in-law (De Niro) and others a run for their money. The plot is under wraps, but with the original cast returning and Hamburg once again at the helm, fans anticipate a reunion packed with hilarious moments.
- Ariana Grande
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- Ben Stiller's character (Greg Focker)
Despite the excitement for the upcoming "Meet the Parents 4", Ariana Grande clarified that she might not become a big fan of Ben Stiller's music, as their partnership lies in comedy rather than music in the bustling city of Los Angeles. As she prepares for her acting venture, Ariana Grande, who has made her mark in TV shows and movies like "Victorious" and "Don't Look Up", is set to play a formidable role against the seasoned acting duo of Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller, potentially stirring up comedic chaos in their already chaotic lives.
