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Whether you're a fan or not, the buzz surrounding the Wicked sequel is unavoidable. After a chaotic press tour for the first film, attention is now on the stars and the new movie in the beloved franchise.

1. They Continue to ‘Hold Space’ for One Another

Last year's promotional tour was famous for the strong connection between the two stars. Their emotional appearances and public displays of friendship captured significant attention. Despite teasing about being “annoying,” their relationship appears unbreakable. During the recent event, Erivo opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while Grande reportedly did the same in solidarity. When asked about their feelings ahead of the film's finale, the response was “deep thankfulness.”

It was shared that one star lost her voice and could not doing interviews at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Her co-star also skipped interviews to stand with her.

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

The sight of accomplished women in their thirties constantly fussing over each other has fueled theories. They share multiple identical ink inspired by the film, including “For good” on their palms. In a recent podcast, Grande explained that their goal is to “look after each other” and that she “channels energy” through hand-holding.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Took It Too Far

During the Singapore premiere, a man breached the red carpet and attempted to grab one of the stars. Cynthia Erivo quickly intervened to shield her before security restrained the intruder. Named as an admitted “troll,” the individual later posted video of the incident online, prompting widely condemned. Subsequent legal charges 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 met during filming of the original, amid previous marriages. Despite online sharing, they have avoided interviews together and have been separated in group photos, fueling split rumors. However, insiders close to the pair have denied these claims, affirming that things are “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 being part of the movie led him to stop eating meat. The two stars are longtime plant-based, and Michelle Yeoh follows a similar diet. This has encouraged animal rights groups to campaign to co-stars, such as Jonathan Bailey, aiming to persuade them to adopt a vegan lifestyle. So far, he has not committed but applauded the movie's themes of acceptance.

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

Advance ticket numbers for Wicked: For Good are apparently surpassing those of the original. British theaters, passes are selling at over double the pace. It has additionally inspired countless promotional partnerships, from beverages to television specials. The city also featured a publicity yellow brick installation with musical quotes. With such momentum, there is speculation about a potential third film.

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

Ariana Grande has indicated that her upcoming concert series—her first in seven years—might be her final for a “very long time.” She appears to be shifting to acting, including an upcoming movie with renowned actors. Meanwhile, she has cultivated new interests like birdwatching and expressing curiosity in entomology. For fans hoping for another album, it might be a long delay.