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

They Are Still 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 gained significant attention. Even with jokes about being “annoying,” their friendship remains strong. At the recent event, one star opted to skip interviews to protect her voice, while the other allegedly joined her in solidarity. When asked about their feelings before the final installment, the response was “deep thankfulness.”

It was shared that one star lost her voice and would not be speaking with press at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Ariana Grande also skipped media appearances to stand with her.

2. … and Often, They Are Physically Close

The sight of two successful women in their 30s frequently fussing over each other has fueled theories. Both have multiple identical ink inspired by the franchise, including “For good” inside their hands. On a show, one star commented that they simply “take care of each other” and that she “expresses care” through physical touch.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Crossed the Line

During the international event, an individual jumped over the red carpet and rushed toward Ariana Grande. Her co-star immediately intervened to shield her before guards restrained the intruder. Identified as an admitted “troll,” he afterwards shared footage of the incident online, prompting widely condemned. Subsequent legal charges and received to prison time.

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

Ariana Grande’s boyfriend, Ethan Slater, also appears in the film. The couple met during production of the original, during previous marriages. Even with social media posts, the pair avoided interviews together and have been apart in public appearances, fueling split rumors. However, sources familiar with the couple have dismissed these rumors, stating that everything is “fine” between them.

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

Jeff Goldblum, portraying The Wizard of Oz, has revealed that working on the movie led him to give up meat. The two stars are longtime vegans, and Michelle Yeoh adheres to a similar diet. This has motivated organizations to reach out to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, aiming to persuade them to switch to a vegan diet. So far, Bailey remains non-committal but has praised the film's message of tolerance.

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

Pre-sale sales for Wicked: For Good are apparently exceeding those of the first film. In the UK cinemas, passes are selling at over double the pace. The movie has also led to numerous product tie-ins, from beverages to TV events. The city even showcased a promotional yellow brick installation with musical quotes. Given the momentum, fans have speculation about a possible third film.

{7. … and Could Be Directing Her From Music

Ariana Grande has indicated that her upcoming tour—her first in seven years—could be her last for a “very long time.” Her focus appears to be moving toward film roles, including an upcoming movie with Robert De Niro. Additionally, she has developed new interests like birdwatching and showing interest in studying insects. Listeners eagerly awaiting another album, this could mean a long delay.