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Regardless of your interest, the excitement surrounding the Wicked sequel is unavoidable. After a hectic press tour for the initial installment, the spotlight is now on the lead actors and the new movie in the popular franchise.

1. They Continue to ‘Hold Space’ Mutually

The previous promotional tour was notable for the strong connection between the two stars. Tearful appearances and public displays of friendship gained significant attention. Despite teasing about being “annoying,” their relationship remains strong. During the New York premiere, one star opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while Grande reportedly joined her in solidarity. When asked about their feelings before the final installment, they expressed “deep thankfulness.”

It was shared that Cynthia Erivo lost her voice and could not doing interviews at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Her co-star also skipped media appearances in solidarity.

2. … and Often, They Are ‘Holding a Hand’

The sight of two successful women in their 30s constantly fussing over each other has fueled online speculation. Both have multiple matching ink related to the film, such as “Permanently” on their palms. On a podcast, one star explained that their goal is to “take care of each other” and adding she “channels energy” through hand-holding.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Took It Too Far

At the international event, a man jumped over the red carpet and rushed toward Ariana Grande. Cynthia Erivo quickly stepped in to shield her before security apprehended the assailant. Identified as an admitted “troll,” he afterwards posted footage of the event on social media, which was strong criticism. Subsequent penalties and received to jail.

{4. Grande and Slater Are Said to Be ‘Doing Great!!!’

The star's partner, co-star, also appears in the film. They connected during filming of the first movie, during prior relationships. Even with online sharing, the pair not done joint press and appeared apart in group photos, fueling breakup speculation. However, sources familiar with the couple recently dismissed these rumors, affirming that everything is “fine” between them.

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

A co-star, portraying The Wizard of Oz, recently shared that being part of the movie led him to give up meat. The two stars are longtime vegans, and another cast member adheres to a vegan lifestyle. This has encouraged animal rights groups to reach out to other actors, including Jonathan Bailey, aiming to convince them to switch to a vegan diet. To date, he has not committed but applauded the movie's themes of acceptance.

{6. The Path to Success Is Lined In Gold …

Advance ticket numbers for Wicked: For Good are apparently surpassing those of the original. British theaters, tickets are being purchased at over double the rate. The movie has additionally inspired countless promotional partnerships, from drinks to television specials. The city also showcased a publicity yellow brick display with musical quotes. With such momentum, there is speculation about a potential next installment.

{7. … and May Be Leading Grande Away From Music

The singer has indicated that her forthcoming concert series—the initial in almost a decade—might be her final for a “foreseeable future.” Her focus appears to be moving toward acting, including an upcoming movie with renowned actors. Additionally, she has developed new interests like birdwatching and showing curiosity in studying insects. Listeners hoping for new music, it might be a lengthy wait.