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Regardless of your interest, the excitement surrounding the Wicked sequel is inescapable. Following a chaotic press tour for the initial installment, attention is now on the stars and the new movie in the popular franchise.

1. They Continue to ‘Hold Space’ Mutually

The previous promotional tour was notable for the deep bond between the two stars. Their emotional appearances and public displays of affection captured widespread notice. Even with jokes about being “annoying,” their relationship remains strong. At the recent event, Erivo opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while the other reportedly did the same in solidarity. Inquiring about their feelings ahead of the final installment, the response was “deep thankfulness.”

Reports indicate that one star lost her voice and could not doing interviews at the movie premiere. Ariana Grande also skipped media appearances to stand with her.

2. … and Often, They Are Physically Close

The sight of accomplished women in their 30s frequently fussing over each other has sparked online speculation. Both have several matching tattoos inspired by the franchise, such as “For good” on their palms. On a podcast, one star commented that their goal is to “look after each other” and that she “expresses care” through hand-holding.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Crossed the Line

At the Singapore premiere, an individual jumped over the red carpet and rushed toward Ariana Grande. Cynthia Erivo immediately intervened to protect her before guards restrained the intruder. Named as a self-described “prankster,” he later posted video of the incident online, prompting widely condemned. Subsequent legal charges and was sentenced to prison time.

{4. Grande and Slater Are Reportedly ‘Doing Great!!!’

Ariana Grande’s partner, co-star, also appears in the film. They connected during filming of the first movie, amid prior relationships. Even with social media posts, they have not done interviews together and have been separated in group photos, fueling split rumors. However, insiders familiar with the pair recently dismissed these rumors, affirming that everything is “fine” between them.

{5. The Film Is Encouraging Stars to Go Vegan ‘For Good’

A co-star, portraying The Wizard of Oz, has shared that being part of the project prompted him to give up meat. The two stars are longtime plant-based, and Michelle Yeoh follows a vegan lifestyle. This has motivated organizations to campaign to co-stars, such as Jonathan Bailey, hoping to convince them to switch to a vegan diet. So far, Bailey remains non-committal but has praised the movie's themes of acceptance.

{6. The Path to Success Is Paved With Gold …

Pre-sale sales for the sequel are apparently exceeding those of the first film. In the UK cinemas, tickets are being purchased at over double the rate. The movie has additionally inspired countless product tie-ins, from beverages to television specials. The city even showcased a promotional paved display with song lyrics. Given the momentum, there is talk about a possible third film.

{7. … and Could Be Leading Grande From Music

Ariana Grande has suggested that her forthcoming concert series—the initial in seven years—could be her last for a “very long time.” She appears to be shifting to film roles, such as an anticipated movie with renowned actors. Additionally, she has cultivated hobbies like observing birds and expressing interest in entomology. For fans eagerly awaiting new music, this could mean a lengthy wait.