Amidst Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s Plans to Move out of Hollywood, Here Is How They Aim to Takeover Tinseltown as a “power couple”

Published 08/31/2024, 2:45 AM EDT

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively brought what was missing at the box office for months—a never-ending queue with Deadpool & Wolverine and It Ends With Us. However, along with packed theaters came a wave of controversy, sparked by allegations that the couple had used their star power to hijack the PR and creative direction of Lively’s rom-com. Although the drama had no shortcoming on the victory lap for It Ends With Us, which it was slated to conquer, the movie's release hinted at a significant shift the couple might be planning—a possible change in their home base.

Before their big move, however, they are determined to solidify their status as the unrivaled dynamic duo, and this is how.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively aim to become the icons they already are

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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s impact at the box office was a testament to star power, with Deadpool & Wolverine becoming the highest-grossing R-rated release ever, and It Ends With Us earning eight times its budget to silence the critics. Despite never addressing the tabloid allegations, a source recently revealed to Life & Style that the Gossip Girl alum stands firmly by Reynolds, with no regrets in following his lead. Together, they are focused on building a “mega-brand” to conquer Hollywood as the ultimate “power couple.”

Looking ahead, the insider disclosed that Lively is keen on pursuing a directing career, with hopes of earning an Oscar in the future. They also have numerous “passion projects” planned, reflecting their immense ambition. About the PR drama and accusations surrounding them, the insider noted that industry rumors largely focus on their fearless pursuit of their goals. This bold attitude has allegedly made others hesitant to challenge them, further enhancing their influence and power.

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The insider also cautioned against being deceived by Reynolds and Lively’s charming appearances, as anyone who tries to oppose them might get “steamrolled.” A clear example is the success of It Ends With Us, which thrived despite relentless criticism.

Ryan Reynolds’ efforts pay off in Blake Lively’s It Ends With Us

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Blake Lively’s It Ends With Us had eyes for a Deadpool & Wolverine-sized success. Despite relentless backlash from the literary community and doubts about her status as a superstar, Lively has silenced her critics, with the rom-com now becoming the highest-grossing film of her career. It has surpassed her previous top earner, The Green Lantern, in which she starred alongside Ryan Reynolds. To date, the film has grossed over $248 million on a $25 million budget.

Despite the PR drama and the reported tensions between Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni, which have raised concerns about a potential sequel, the overwhelming success of It Ends With Us makes it hard to pass up the opportunity to develop a franchise. However, with Lively and Reynolds setting their sights on even bigger ambitions, there is no telling how many records they might break in the future.

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Anushka Bhattacharya

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I'm Anushka Bhattacharya, an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. Armed with a degree in literature, I once wielded my words to catalyze change within society through my work with NGOs. However, as I stumbled into the exuberant hole of crime thrillers and documentaries on Netflix, it was love at first sight and pushed me into entertainment journalism.

Edited By: Itti Mahajan

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