Regardless of your interest, the excitement surrounding Wicked: For Good is inescapable. Following a chaotic press tour for the initial installment, attention is now on the stars and the new movie in the popular franchise.
They Are Still to Support Each Other for One Another
The previous press circuit was notable for the deep bond between the two stars. Their emotional interviews and public displays of affection captured widespread notice. Even with teasing about being “insufferable,” their friendship remains strong. At the New York premiere, one star opted to skip interviews to rest her vocals, while Grande allegedly did the same in solidarity. Inquiring about their emotions before the film's finale, they expressed “deep thankfulness.”
It was shared that one star lost her voice and could not doing interviews at the movie premiere. Her co-star also skipped media appearances to stand with her.
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 several identical ink related to the film, such as “For good” inside their hands. On a show, Grande explained that they simply “take care of each other” and that she “expresses care” 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. Her co-star immediately stepped in to protect her before security apprehended the intruder. Identified as a self-described “troll,” the individual later shared video of the incident online, prompting strong criticism. 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 sequel. They met during production of the original, during previous marriages. Despite social media posts, the pair not done joint press and appeared apart in group photos, leading to breakup speculation. But, sources familiar with the couple have denied these rumors, stating that everything is “great” between them.
{5. The Film Is Inspiring Stars to Go Vegan ‘For Good’
A co-star, portraying The Wizard of Oz, recently revealed that working on the movie led him to stop eating meat. Both stars are longtime vegans, and Michelle Yeoh adheres to a similar diet. This has encouraged organizations to campaign to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, hoping to convince them to adopt a vegan lifestyle. To date, Bailey not committed but has praised the movie's themes of tolerance.
{6. The Path to Success Is Paved With Gold …
Pre-sale numbers for Wicked: For Good are reportedly exceeding those of the first film. In the UK theaters, passes are being purchased at more than twice the pace. It has also led to numerous product tie-ins, from beverages to TV events. The city also featured a publicity paved display with musical quotes. With such success, fans have speculation about a potential next installment.
{7. … and Could Be Directing Her From Music
The singer has indicated that her upcoming tour—the initial in seven years—might be her final for a “very long time.” She appears to be moving to acting, such as an upcoming project with Robert De Niro. Meanwhile, she has developed hobbies like birdwatching and expressing interest in studying insects. For fans eagerly awaiting new music, it might be a long delay.
