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Regardless of your interest, the buzz surrounding Wicked: For Good is unavoidable. Following a hectic press tour for the initial installment, the spotlight is now on the stars and the latest chapter in the beloved franchise.

They Are Still to ‘Hold Space’ Mutually

Last year's promotional tour was famous for the deep bond between both actresses. Tearful appearances and expressions of friendship captured significant attention. Despite teasing about being “annoying,” their friendship appears unbreakable. During the recent event, Erivo opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while Grande reportedly did the same as a show of support. Inquiring about their emotions before the final installment, the response was “overwhelming gratitude.”

It was shared that Cynthia Erivo lost her voice and would not be speaking with press at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Her co-star also skipped media appearances in solidarity.

2. … and Often, They Are Physically Close

The sight of two successful women in their 30s constantly fussing over each other has sparked online speculation. They share several matching ink related to the film, such as “Permanently” on their palms. In a recent show, Grande explained that they simply “take care of each other” and that she “channels energy” through hand-holding.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Took It Too Far

At the international event, an individual breached the red carpet and attempted to grab one of the stars. Her co-star immediately intervened to protect her before guards restrained the intruder. Named as a self-described “troll,” the individual later shared footage of the event on social media, which was widely condemned. Subsequent penalties and was sentenced to jail.

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

The star's boyfriend, Ethan Slater, also appears in the sequel. They met during filming of the original, amid previous marriages. Even with online sharing, the pair not done interviews together and appeared separated in public appearances, leading to split rumors. But, insiders close to the pair have denied these claims, affirming that things are “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. Both lead actresses are dedicated vegans, and Michelle Yeoh follows a vegan lifestyle. It encouraged animal rights groups to reach out to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, hoping to persuade them to switch to a vegan diet. To date, he has not committed but applauded the movie's themes of tolerance.

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

Advance ticket sales for Wicked: For Good are apparently surpassing those of the first film. In the UK theaters, tickets are being purchased at over double the pace. It has additionally led to numerous promotional partnerships, from beverages to TV events. In London also featured a publicity paved installation with song lyrics. Given the momentum, there is speculation about a possible next installment.

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

Ariana Grande has indicated that her upcoming concert series—her first in almost a decade—could be her final for a “very long time.” Her focus appears to be moving toward acting, such as an anticipated movie with Robert De Niro. Additionally, she has cultivated new interests like birdwatching and showing interest in entomology. For fans hoping for new music, this could mean a lengthy wait.