Ariana Grande’s Audition Goes Wrong in New “Petal” Video
Ariana Grande has released a new short film to accompany the title track of her latest album, Petal. Directed by Christian Breslauer, the seven-minute video presents a dark, cinematic narrative that departs from standard music video formats.
The story follows an aspiring actress named Pepper as she navigates a series of unsuccessful auditions. The tone shifts abruptly when a shadowy producer challenges her authenticity, triggering a violent turn in the performance that references horror cinema tropes like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
This project continues the creative partnership between Grande and director Christian Breslauer. The production is marked by a parental advisory warning due to its graphic content.
Grande is currently engaged in a massive headlining tour. This road show includes material from her past records as well as tracks from the current release. Aside from her musical output, the artist remains active in legal proceedings against individuals who leaked her private recordings and unreleased music.