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Whether you're a fan or not, the excitement surrounding the Wicked sequel is inescapable. After a chaotic press tour for the initial installment, the spotlight is now on the lead actors and the new movie in the beloved franchise.

They Are Still to ‘Hold Space’ Mutually

Last year's promotional tour was notable for the deep bond between both actresses. Their emotional appearances and public displays of friendship captured widespread notice. Even with jokes about being “annoying,” their relationship appears unbreakable. At the New York premiere, Erivo avoided interviews to protect her voice, while the other allegedly joined her in solidarity. Inquiring about their feelings ahead of the film's finale, they expressed “overwhelming gratitude.”

Reports indicate that one star lost her voice and would not be doing interviews at the movie premiere. Ariana Grande opted out of interviews in solidarity.

2. … and Often, They Are Physically Close

The sight of two successful women in their 30s frequently fussing over each other has sparked theories. They share several identical ink related to the film, such as “For good” inside their hands. In a recent show, Grande explained that their goal is to “take care of each other” and that she “expresses care” through physical touch.

{3. An Overzealous ‘Fan’ Crossed the Line

At the Singapore premiere, a man breached the red carpet and rushed toward one of the stars. Cynthia Erivo immediately stepped in to protect her before guards restrained the intruder. Named as an admitted “prankster,” the individual later posted footage of the incident on social media, prompting widely condemned. Subsequent legal charges and received to jail.

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

The star's partner, Ethan Slater, features in the sequel. The couple met during production of the original, during prior relationships. Even with social media posts, they have not done interviews together and have been apart in group photos, leading to breakup speculation. But, insiders familiar with the pair recently denied these rumors, stating that things are “great” between them.

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

Jeff Goldblum, portraying The Wizard of Oz, has revealed that being part of the movie led him to stop eating meat. Both stars are dedicated vegans, and another cast member follows a vegan lifestyle. It motivated organizations to campaign to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, aiming to convince them to switch to a plant-based diet. So far, he has remains non-committal but applauded the movie's themes of acceptance.

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

Pre-sale numbers for Wicked: For Good are apparently surpassing those of the first film. British cinemas, passes are selling at more than twice the rate. The movie has also led to numerous promotional partnerships, including beverages to TV events. The city also showcased a publicity yellow brick display with song lyrics. With such momentum, fans have speculation about a potential third film.

{7. … and May Be Directing Her Away From Music

The singer has indicated that her forthcoming tour—the initial in seven years—could be her last for a “very long time.” She appears to be moving to acting, such as an upcoming movie with Robert De Niro. Additionally, she has developed hobbies like observing birds and expressing interest in studying insects. For fans hoping for new music, this could mean a lengthy wait.