Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

## **Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl**

Hollywood's power couple, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, have taken the box office by storm, with their respective films "It Ends With Us" and "Deadpool & Wolverine" reigning supreme in North American theaters. However, behind the scenes, rumors of alleged cast drama have cast a shadow over Lively's romantic drama.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have achieved a rare feat in Hollywood history, becoming the first married couple to simultaneously top the box office in 34 years. On August 9, Lively's star-studded adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel "It Ends With Us" debuted with an impressive $50 million, closely following Reynolds' Marvel Studios blockbuster "Deadpool & Wolverine," which has reigned at the summit for three consecutive weeks, amassing over $1 billion worldwide.

Reynolds' highly anticipated Marvel film "Deadpool & Wolverine" has proven to be a box office juggernaut, maintaining its dominance in its third week with an impressive $54.2 million in ticket sales. Not only has it become the top-grossing movie in North America, but it has also surpassed the $1 billion mark globally.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

"It Ends With Us," the highly anticipated adaptation of the popular romance novel by Colleen Hoover, has surpassed expectations with its stellar $50 million debut. Critics have praised Lively's portrayal of the complex protagonist Lily Bloom, while audiences have flocked to theaters to witness the captivating onscreen chemistry between Lively and Justin Baldoni, who both star and direct the film.

Despite the film's box office success, rumors of alleged drama between Lively, Reynolds, and Baldoni have overshadowed the promotional tour. Fans have taken to social media to speculate about the peculiar absence of Baldoni at certain press events and the lack of interaction between him and Lively.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

Representatives for neither Lively nor Baldoni have responded to requests for comment regarding the alleged drama. However, Baldoni has publicly praised Lively's role in "It Ends With Us," acknowledging her significant contributions to the film.

Justin Baldoni has largely conducted the press tour for "It Ends With Us" solo, despite being the lead actor alongside Lively. While some have found this peculiar, Baldoni has emphasized Lively's role as a producer and creative force behind the film.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

Despite not mentioning Baldoni in any of her interviews, Blake Lively has acknowledged his influence on "It Ends With Us." During a recent interview with E! News, Lively revealed that her husband, Ryan Reynolds, had actually rewritten an iconic scene in the film.

Lively's revelation suggests that Reynolds may have played a larger role in the creation of "It Ends With Us" than initially perceived. Lively has long been known to collaborate with her husband on various projects, and it appears that this film was no exception.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Dominate Box Office as Rumors Swirl

The alleged behind-the-scenes drama has further fueled speculation about the relationships between the cast members. Fans have noted that Baldoni follows Lively and Jenny Slate on Instagram, but the two female cast members do not follow him back.

An interview that Jenny Slate gave to Deadline has also raised eyebrows among fans. When asked about Baldoni's multiple roles in "It Ends With Us," Slate responded with a cryptic remark, expressing her preference for focusing on a single task at a time.

The Associated Press has contributed to this report, providing additional insights into the box office success of "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "It Ends With Us" and the alleged behind-the-scenes drama surrounding the latter.