It Ends With Us, a novel-turned-movie that explored the delicate subject of domestic abuse inside a loving romance, has seen nothing but drama around it. A real-life legal dispute has centered on what was once a highly anticipated book-to-screen adaptation. Once partners on the project, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are now embroiled in a legal battle. With every new discovery more stunning than the previous, what started out as hushed rumors and behind-the-scenes friction has blown up into a high-stakes courtroom thriller. 

Even before the dust around Lively wanting to take the case back could settle, serious concerns are raised by Lively's unearthed footage regarding her involvement in It Ends With Us and her legal dispute with Justin Baldoni. Could her own statements dispel unfounded allegations and bolster Baldoni's allegations of coercion and defamation?

A resurfaced from the 2022 Forbes Power Women’s Summit video featuring Blake Lively has sparked speculation about her role in creative decision-making. She discussed how some directors allowed her to pitch in more ideas, whereas others resented her for the same, wanting her to have more control over the narrative. "I wanna have more authorship," she said, explaining. Bringing this snippet back, user @spiritualshift_ pointed out how she has openly bragged about taking forced control over the creative. The user further pointed out that this happened around the time of It Ends With Us shooting and, if that has been the case, then Baldoni gets a stronger stance against Lively. 

Fans were already discontent with Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s casting in It Ends With Us, believing they lacked authenticity in embodying the novel’s cherished characters. However, the real controversy ignited during promotions. While Baldoni, both the lead actor and director, maintained a dignified and reserved presence, Lively adopted a markedly casual tone, stating in a viral TikTok, "Grab your friends, wear your florals, and head out to see it." Given the film’s harrowing theme of domestic violence, her remarks faced intense scrutiny. Shortly thereafter, Blake Lively took Justin Baldoni to court, accusing him of sexual harassment.

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After all the havoc that was wrecked by Lively's shocking revelations, Baldoni did fight back with a $400 million defamation lawsuit. However, it seems that Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds want to end it all.

Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds have formally begun measures to contest Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation lawsuit in court, marking a dramatic legal escalation. As Deadline reported, the couple has moved to dismiss the plaintiff's complaint. Their legal move raises concerns about its possible consequences as tensions rise.

What began as a visionary collaboration has unraveled into a high-stakes legal battle, where artistry and ambition collide in the courtroom. Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, once co-stars, now stand as adversaries in a multimillion-dollar dispute, with Ryan Reynolds stepping into the storm. With fortunes, legacies, and reputations hanging in the balance, the final verdict could redefine everything.

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