It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

As a seasoned observer of Hollywood dynamics, I must say that the situation between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively seems to be quite complex. From what I’ve gathered, it appears that they both have their strengths as artists and individuals.


Despite the reported tension between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, it appears their movie “It Ends With Us” has remained unaffected in terms of its financial success.

In its very first week in cinemas, the romantic movie has raked in over $100 million worldwide, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

The movie adaptation of the popular Colleen Hoover novel has been exceptionally successful in the U.S., maintaining its strong performance even in international markets, despite rumors that Justin, who was both director and actor in It Ends With Us, made his co-star Blake uncomfortable during filming due to unspecified reasons.

I haven’t managed to evade the harsh glare of the movie’s promotional blitz, either. Lately, some uncomfortable interviews and public events of mine from days gone by have been unearthed by enthusiasts, which seems to align with my costar Justin enlisting the help of a crisis management PR team.

Beginning this midweek, I’m thrilled to share that “It Ends With Us” has raked in a staggering $68.9 million at our home box office. Adding to this impressive total, we’re projecting an early foreign revenue of approximately $46.6 million. Needless to say, the global response to this film has been truly heartening!

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

The movie has earned a staggering $115.5 million worldwide so far, surpassing its initial budget of $25 million significantly, according to Deadline’s report.

The earnings at the box office for this dark romance, which deals with domestic violence, are particularly noteworthy given it faced off against the box office king, Deadpool and Wolverine.

As a lifestyle expert, I must share my insights on the recent box office battle between two highly anticipated releases – “It Ends With Us” and Ryan Reynolds’ latest film starring his wife, Blake Lively. Despite Ryan’s production and co-writing effort in the superhero film taking the lead during its opening weekend, “It Ends With Us” left a lasting impression on audiences, securing a powerful second place position.

Now, “And Now It Ends With Us” has taken over the number one spot at the box office, having swapped positions with “Deadpool” and “Wolverine”, where Blake made a guest appearance, starting from Monday onwards.

It Ends With Us is also in a strong place going into this weekend.

As a diehard fan, I can hardly contain my excitement about the upcoming Alien: Romulus! But let me tell you this – there aren’t too many fresh contenders in the realm of female-driven sci-fi movies, as per THR. So, buckle up fellow fans, because we’re in for a unique and thrilling ride with this one!

According to sources within Sony, Blake’s movie is predicted to earn between $22 million and $24 million over the weekend. Other forecasts, however, suggest a slightly higher box office take, somewhere in the middle to upper $20 million range.

Despite the reported disagreements between Lively and Baldoni while filming, the movie has sustained its box office success.

1. Recently, the Chair and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment, Tony Vinciquerra, has expressed his backing towards the lively debate and the ensuing controversy. [Paraphrased for natural, easy-to-read language]

As a devoted fan and follower, I find myself at the center of some intriguing rumors regarding a perceived disagreement between me and the director of our project. This individual, who played a significant role both behind and in front of the camera, has been involved in a series of allegations that have left me feeling somewhat uncomfortable on set. However, I must clarify that these are just speculations about a potential feud, as no official statements have been made to confirm this.

According to Vinciquerra, speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, “Blake, written by Brian Marks and Jacqueline Lindenberg, and Sharon Mai for Dailymail.Com, Colleen [Hoover] and numerous other women invested a great deal of energy into crafting this exceptional film. From the outset, they worked tirelessly to ensure that such an essential topic was treated with sensitivity.”

He added that, ‘Audiences love the movie. Blake’s passion and commitment to advancing the conversation around domestic violence is commendable.’

In conclusion, Tony expressed, ‘We love working with Blake, and we want to do 12 more movies with her.’

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama
It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

Ever since the announcement of our movie’s theater release on August 9, I can’t help but notice a peculiar absence or aloofness from Baldoni among his fellow castmates during promotional events. This mysterious behavior has got me, and many other fans, whispering theories about a possible discord between them.

At the New York City premiere last week, it’s worth mentioning that Justin was present, however, he didn’t appear in any group photos alongside his fellow cast members.

According to a source, filming conditions were reportedly challenging, and Blake Lively found herself feeling uneasy on the movie set.

According to an informant, none of the actors relished collaborating with Justin. They most definitely avoided conversing with him during the premiere, it seems. Moreover, the informant mentioned that both Baldoni and Lively viewed “It Ends With Us” in different cinemas.

On the contrary, other resources advocated for Justin, the director of films like Five Feet Apart, stating that he would never deliberately leave his cast feeling under-supported.

In June a few months back, Blake attended Colleen Hoover’s Book Bonanza event in Dallas, while Justin, who has recently taken on a crisis manager, was conspicuously missing from the occasion.

He directed the film, while also taking on the role of neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid – while Lively portrayed the character of Lily Bloom. 

As a long-time fan of the entertainment industry, I’ve seen my fair share of rumors and dramas that often turn out to be nothing more than sensationalized headlines. However, when I heard about the latest rumors surrounding Baldoni and the movie cast, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of unease. The statement from an anonymous source on Monday that “All is not what it seems” has piqued my curiosity and left me questioning if there might be more to this story than meets the eye. With over two decades in showbiz, I’ve learned to take such rumors with a grain of salt, but I can’t help but feel that something may be amiss given Baldoni’s strong reputation for professionalism and dedication to his craft. Only time will tell if there is any truth to these rumors, but in the meantime, I’ll keep a close eye on developments and hope for the best for all involved.

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama
It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

According to the source, there’s a lot more to this tale than what meets the eye. The main characters and Colleen Hoover are reportedly unwilling to associate with him.

In the making of the movie adaptation, it seems there were creative disagreements between Blake and Justin. However, a source close to the director has clarified that any rumors about a full-blown feud are largely exaggerated.

Later on, it was disclosed that the actress (married to Ryan Reynolds) harbors ambitions to direct the upcoming film, potentially displacing him and acquiring the rights from Colleen.

In a recent turn of events, I’ve found myself reflecting on a heated exchange between Blake and Justin, caught on camera during the filming of their movie in the Garden State (New Jersey). The footage was graciously shared by TMZ.

During a conversation with Digital Spy for an article released last weekend on Saturday, Blake expressed a somewhat pointed comment regarding the importance of “on-set intimacy protection” while filming It Ends With Us.

It appears she subtly criticized or hinted disapproval towards her fellow actor and director, Justin Baldoni, as allegations surfaced suggesting he made her uncomfortable and there was an undercurrent of tension during the film production.

In a recent chat with the media, Lively openly discussed collaborating with intimacy advisors during the filming of intense, physically expressive love scenes for an upcoming romantic production.

As a passionate admirer, I’d like to emphasize the significance of having intimacy coordinators collaborate with the cast during filming, ensuring that every scene involving close contact is executed in a secure and consensual manner.

Her ambiguous remarks followed the surfacing of allegations suggesting that Baldoni made her feel uncomfortable during production.

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

When asked about intimacy safety specifically on their movie set, Lively answered, ‘Oh, that’s a nice question. I think it’s critical to have an intimacy coordinator.’

She noted that all dance routines on a film set are thoughtfully planned out, then she emphasized that intimate scenes demand equally careful planning and supervision.

She mentioned that just as you organize stunts, you also organize dance movements. This is essentially what we call choreography.

As someone who has spent years immersed in the world of performance arts, I can confidently say that there are striking differences between stunts and dance, despite both being forms of artistic expression. In a stunt, the focus is on creating an illusion of danger and excitement through physical feats that often involve acrobatics, special effects, and high-risk maneuvers. The goal is to captivate the audience with thrilling moments and make them hold their breath in anticipation.

“To be quite honest, I can’t help but express my feelings when I see you all merging physically, lips to lips, and everything else. It’s like, scene, take! That, frankly, seems a tad absurd,” I shared, trying to put into words the whirlwind of emotions that coursed through me.

‘So I think that that being choreographed is critical for everyone’s safety,’ she concluded.

After allegations surfaced that Baldoni made her feel uncomfortable during filming, her subsequent response appeared particularly direct.

Allegedly, Lively ‘felt fat-shamed’ by Baldoni and felt ‘uneasy’ over one of their kissing scenes.

According to sources who spoke to TMZ on Wednesday, it was said that she seemed uneasy as they were about to shoot a scene where Baldoni lifted Lively off the ground.

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

According to reports, it was mentioned that the actor had been dealing with back issues and consulted a fitness coach before filming the lifting scene.

Later on, it is said that Baldoni inquired about Lively’s weight from the trainer and requested guidance on how to strengthen his own back to prevent potential injuries.

When Lively learned about his exchange, however, she allegedly felt fat-shamed by him.

Since Lively had her fourth child with husband Ryan Reynolds in February 2023, it was reported that this comment particularly upset the actress.

According to reports from TMZ, an additional incident on set was said to have troubled Lively – a prolonged kissing scene that was claimed to last beyond what was required.

DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives for Baldoni and Lively for comment.

In an effort to avoid fueling any perceived disagreements, Baldoni also spoke about the ‘tension’ on set and brought in a crisis management expert during the commotion.

Instead of shying away from discussing a dispute, he pointed out that encountering ‘tension’ during creation could result in producing ‘stunning masterpieces.’

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama
It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

During an interview with Elle UK, he shared insights about the difficulties he encounters while managing various responsibilities on a film set.

As a die-hard enthusiast, I must admit, tackling both acting and directing roles for a project as intricate as this one has been nothing short of an uphill battle. The weight of portraying a character as multifaceted as Ryle was immense, and being a filmmaker myself, I’ve had to tread carefully around the unique personalities involved in bringing our vision to life.

Daily on set, various events unfold, and when crafting a film like this, there’s inevitably tension that arises. However, it’s my belief that this tension is what ultimately forges the stunning masterpiece at the end of each day.

Life’s growth often demands challenges, and remarkably, we’ve managed to craft something breathtakingly beautiful and enchanting – a journey that was difficult yet rewarding. This process has served not only as a catalyst for my artistic evolution as a director, performer, but also personally, shaping me in ways I never thought possible.

Baldoni praised Lively, describing her as a ‘tremendous creative force’ and likening her acting talent to that of an elite Ferrari sports car.

In simpler terms, Baldoni said that it’s similar to the contrast between driving a regular Toyota Camry and a high-performance Ferrari. Just as an exceptional actor responds differently and provides an extraordinary experience when you work with them, it was truly remarkable how they helped him shape his performance.

1. ‘She influenced numerous facets of the project, and wherever her hand went, it improved things. Her ability to respond swiftly and adapt quickly is truly remarkable.’

In simpler terms, the movie is a reimagining of Colleen Hoover’s popular novel with the same title. It tells the story of a woman named Lily Bloom, portrayed by Blake Lively, who experiences a tragic twist in her enchanting love story with Ryle Kincaid, played by Tyler Hoechlin, as he turns abusive.

Later, she renews her bond with her old flame Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), finding solace in him during a challenging predicament. This leads to an intricate love tangle as she becomes ensnared in a love triangle.

Lately, insiders have reportedly shared with DailyMail.com that Baldoni exhibited behavior that can be described as chauvinistic and bordering on abusive during filming, while also disregarding Lively’s suggestions.

During instances where the storyline involved abuse, Justin tended to focus only on his character’s perception of the abusive male perspective, neglecting to fully understand or empathize with Blake’s character’s point of view.

‘His approach was very chauvinistic, creating a tense atmosphere on set,’ the insider said. 

It Ends With Us earns a whopping $115 MILLION at the global box office despite Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but feel a pang of disappointment when I reflect on Justin’s behavior during filming. Some women on set felt his actions bordered on abusive towards them, and he seemed to lack the professionalism and apologetic demeanor that one would expect from a colleague. It’s tough for me to reconcile this image with the star I admire.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but notice the ongoing speculation about a possible divide between Baldoni and the cast. Recently, Blake has found himself in a tricky situation, being criticized as ‘tone-deaf’ due to an oversight during a recent interview where he neglected to address the sensitive topic of domestic violence.

Instead, the actress used her personal Instagram account to spread knowledge about domestic abuse, posting helpful links, hotlines, and informative resources for her followers.

The actress who played Deadpool and Wolverine wrote, ‘Every person is entitled to relationships that are safe from domestic abuse.’

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2024-08-16 19:51

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