Blake Lively, widely recognized for her role in the popular CW series Gossip Girl, cemented her status as a leading actress in Hollywood. Beyond her portrayal of the iconic Serena van der Woodsen, Lively showcased her acting range in various film roles. However, it was her performance in the 2018 thriller A Simple Favor alongside Anna Kendrick that truly stood out. With its unexpected plot twists and dynamic characters, the film captured audiences' attention, highlighting Lively's exceptional talent.

Excitement surged among fans when news of the sequel, A Simple Favor 2,  alongside some more exciting updates was confirmed. 

Raise your glasses, because as per The Hollywood Reporter, Blake Lively is back to dazzle audiences in the upcoming sequel, A Simple Favor 2, helmed by director Paul Feig. Set to begin filming this spring, the movie is a joint venture between Amazon MGM Studios and Lionsgate, slated to stream exclusively on Prime Video. Feig returns to direct the follow-up to his 2018 dark comedy, with a stellar ensemble cast including Henry Golding, Andrew Rannells, and others reprising their roles from the original film.

In A Simple Favor 2, Kendrick's Stephanie Smothers and Lively's Emily Nelson will embark on a thrilling journey to the picturesque island of Capri for Emily's extravagant wedding. However, amidst the opulence and celebration, the wedding festivities take a sinister turn with elements of murder and betrayal woven into the plot. With Jessica Sharzer penning the sequel's script and Feig and Laeta Kalogridis also lending their talents, fans can expect another gripping installment in this stylish and suspenseful saga.

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Even before the confirmation, Blake Lively understood the significance of a sequel to A Simple Favor for fans. That is why the actress channeled her character for her Betty Buzz commercial.

Since the announcement of a sequel to the 2018 sleeper hit A Simple Favor, fans eagerly awaited updates from director Paul Feig. Despite the silence, Blake Lively, known for her role as the mysterious Emily Nelson, proved she understands fans' desires. In a Betty Buzz ad, Lively perfectly channeled her character's allure, embodying chic sophistication and a hint of intrigue akin to A Simple Favor.

Lively's wardrobe choice in the ad, reminiscent of Emily's stylish suits from the film, coupled with her portrayal of a cocktail connoisseur, struck a chord with fans. The ad's clever reference to Lively's real-life association with gin, through husband Ryan Reynolds' Aviation Gin, sparked excitement among fans, who flooded social media with anticipation for what they dubbed "A Simple Favor 2: Favorable Boogaloo."

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