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Regardless of your interest, the excitement surrounding Wicked: For Good is unavoidable. After a hectic press tour for the initial installment, attention is now on the stars and the new movie in the beloved franchise.

They Are Still to ‘Hold Space’ for One Another

Last year's promotional tour was notable for the strong connection between both actresses. Their emotional appearances and expressions of friendship gained significant attention. Even with jokes about being “annoying,” their relationship appears unbreakable. During the recent event, Erivo avoided interviews to protect her voice, while the other reportedly joined her as a show of support. When asked about their emotions ahead of the film's finale, they expressed “deep thankfulness.”

Reports indicate that one star was voiceless and could not doing interviews at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere. Ariana Grande opted out of media appearances to stand with her.

2. … and Often, They Are Physically Close

The sight of two successful women in their 30s frequently caring for each other has fueled theories. Both have multiple identical tattoos inspired by the franchise, including “Permanently” inside their hands. In a recent show, Grande explained that their goal is to “take care of each other” and that she “channels energy” through physical touch.

{3. An Extreme ‘Fan’ Crossed the Line

At the international event, an individual jumped over security barriers and attempted to grab one of the stars. Her co-star immediately stepped in to shield her before security apprehended the intruder. Identified as an admitted “prankster,” he later shared footage of the incident on social media, prompting strong criticism. He faced legal charges and received to jail.

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

Ariana Grande’s boyfriend, Ethan Slater, also appears in the film. They met during production of the original, amid previous marriages. Despite online sharing, the pair not done joint press and have been apart in group photos, leading to breakup speculation. But, sources familiar with the couple have dismissed these claims, affirming that things are “fine” between them.

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

A co-star, who plays The Wizard of Oz, has revealed that being part of the project led him to stop eating meat. Both lead actresses are dedicated vegans, and Michelle Yeoh adheres to a similar diet. It motivated animal rights groups to campaign to other actors, such as Jonathan Bailey, hoping to persuade them to adopt a vegan diet. To date, Bailey remains non-committal but applauded the movie's themes of tolerance.

{6. The Yellow-Brick Road Is Paved With Gold …

Pre-sale sales for Wicked: For Good are reportedly surpassing those of the first film. In the UK theaters, tickets are being purchased at over double the rate. It has additionally inspired countless promotional partnerships, including beverages to television specials. In London even showcased a promotional yellow brick installation with song lyrics. Given the momentum, fans have speculation about a possible next installment.

{7. … and May Be Leading Grande Away From Music

Ariana Grande has suggested that her forthcoming tour—the initial in almost a decade—could be her final for a “very long time.” Her focus appears to be moving toward film roles, such as an anticipated movie with renowned actors. Additionally, she has developed new interests like birdwatching and showing interest in studying insects. For fans eagerly awaiting another album, this could mean a lengthy wait.