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Whether you're a fan or not, the excitement surrounding Wicked: For Good is inescapable. After a chaotic press tour for the first film, the spotlight is now on the lead actors and the latest chapter in the popular franchise.

They Are Still to Support Each Other for One Another

Last year's press circuit was notable for the deep bond between the two stars. Their emotional interviews and public displays of friendship captured significant attention. Despite jokes about being “insufferable,” their relationship remains strong. At the recent event, Erivo opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while the other reportedly joined her as a show of support. Inquiring about their emotions ahead of the film's finale, they expressed “overwhelming gratitude.”

Reports indicate that Cynthia Erivo was voiceless and could not doing interviews at the movie premiere. Her co-star opted out of interviews in solidarity.

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

The sight of two successful women in their 30s frequently caring for each other has fueled online speculation. Both have multiple matching ink related to the franchise, including “For good” on their palms. In a recent 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 Singapore premiere, an individual breached the red carpet and rushed toward one of the stars. Cynthia Erivo immediately intervened to protect her before security restrained the intruder. Identified as an admitted “troll,” he later shared footage of the event on social media, prompting widely condemned. Subsequent penalties and received to prison time.

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

The star's boyfriend, co-star, features in the film. The couple connected during filming of the original, during prior relationships. Even with social media posts, the pair not done interviews together and have been separated in group photos, fueling split rumors. But, insiders close to the pair recently denied these claims, stating that things are “fine” between them.

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

A co-star, who plays The Wizard of Oz, has revealed that working on the project led him to give up meat. The two stars are longtime vegans, and Michelle Yeoh follows a similar diet. This has encouraged organizations to campaign to co-stars, including Jonathan Bailey, hoping to persuade them to adopt a vegan diet. So far, Bailey not committed but applauded the movie's themes of acceptance.

{6. The Yellow-Brick Road Is Paved With Gold …

Advance ticket sales for Wicked: For Good are reportedly exceeding those of the first film. In the UK theaters, passes are selling at over double the pace. It has additionally inspired numerous product tie-ins, from beverages to television specials. In London even featured a promotional yellow brick installation with musical quotes. With such success, fans have speculation about a potential next installment.

{7. … and May Be Directing Her From Music

Ariana Grande has indicated that her upcoming concert series—the initial in almost a decade—might be her last for a “foreseeable future.” Her focus appears to be moving toward film roles, including an anticipated project with Robert De Niro. Meanwhile, she has cultivated new interests like observing birds and expressing interest in entomology. Listeners eagerly awaiting another album, this could mean a long delay.