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Regardless of your interest, the buzz surrounding Wicked: For Good is inescapable. Following a chaotic press tour for the first film, the spotlight is now on the stars and the new movie in the beloved franchise.

1. They Continue to ‘Hold Space’ Mutually

The previous promotional tour was famous for the strong connection between the two stars. Their emotional appearances and public displays of affection gained widespread notice. Despite teasing about being “annoying,” their friendship appears unbreakable. At the New York premiere, one star avoided interviews to rest her vocals, while Grande allegedly joined her in solidarity. Inquiring about their emotions before the final installment, they expressed “deep thankfulness.”

It was shared that Cynthia Erivo lost her voice and would not be doing interviews at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Her co-star opted out of media appearances to stand with her.

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

The sight of accomplished women in their 30s constantly fussing over each other has sparked theories. Both have multiple identical tattoos related to the film, including “For good” on their palms. On a podcast, one star explained that they simply “look after each other” and adding she “expresses care” through physical touch.

{3. An Overzealous ‘Fan’ Crossed the Line

During the international event, a man breached the red carpet and attempted to grab Ariana Grande. Her co-star quickly stepped in to shield her before guards apprehended the assailant. Identified as a self-described “troll,” the individual afterwards posted footage of the event on social media, which was widely condemned. Subsequent legal charges and received to jail.

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

The star's boyfriend, Ethan Slater, features in the film. They met during production of the original, amid prior relationships. Even with social media posts, the pair not done interviews together and have been apart in group photos, fueling breakup speculation. However, sources close to the couple have dismissed these claims, stating that everything is “great” between them.

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

Jeff Goldblum, who plays The Wizard of Oz, recently revealed that working on the project led him to stop eating meat. The two stars are dedicated vegans, and Michelle Yeoh adheres to a similar diet. This has motivated animal rights groups to reach out to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, hoping to convince them to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. So far, Bailey remains non-committal but has praised the movie's themes of acceptance.

{6. The Yellow-Brick Road Is Lined In Gold …

Pre-sale numbers for the sequel are apparently exceeding those of the first film. In the UK cinemas, passes are selling at over double the pace. The movie has also inspired countless promotional partnerships, including drinks to TV events. The city even showcased a publicity paved display with musical quotes. With such momentum, fans have talk about a possible next installment.

{7. … and May Be Leading Grande From Music

The singer has indicated that her upcoming concert series—her first in seven years—might be her last for a “very long time.” She appears to be moving toward acting, such as an anticipated movie with renowned actors. Additionally, she has cultivated hobbies like birdwatching and expressing interest in entomology. For fans hoping for new music, it might be a long delay.