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A Simple Favor 2 director disputes claim that the Blake Lively film has been scrapped

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Director Paul Feig dispels rumors of A Simple Favor 2 being shelved, promises fans will see the Blake Lively sequel this year despite behind-the-scenes drama.
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  • Feig firmly denies claims that Amazon has indefinitely shelved the film due to tensions between stars Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, along with Lively's ongoing legal issues.
  • Lively's refusal to promote the sequel amidst her lawsuit against It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni was reportedly a factor, but Feig assures the movie is still on track for a 2025 release.
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Paul Feig, Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick, Justin Baldoni, Amazon, A Simple Favor 2, It Ends With Us
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