Blake Lively is once again making waves in Hollywood — this time for her standout performance in Another Simple Favor, despite the ongoing controversy surrounding her upcoming film It Ends With Us.
In a recent interview with People Magazine, director Paul Feig opened up about working with the Gossip Girl alum, highlighting her fierce presence on screen. The film, which premiered globally on Amazon Prime on May 1, quickly soared to the top as the platform’s number-one title.
“The tiger comes out when Blake steps into Emily’s shoes,” Feig said. “I definitely know where I want it to go. We’ll see if everyone wants to do a third one. It was just too much fun.”
Feig expressed interest in continuing the film franchise, revealing his hopes for a third installment that could take the characters on an “even weirder, international adventure.”
The buzz around Another Simple Favor comes at a time when Lively is facing criticism for her role in the upcoming adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s It Ends With Us, which has sparked mixed reactions due to alleged creative disagreements and casting concerns involving co-star and director Justin Baldoni.
Despite the backlash, fan reception to Lively’s performance in Another Simple Favor has been largely positive.
“Loved it! Blake and Anna are so talented!!” wrote one fan on social media.
“So much better than I thought it would be. Anna and Blake killed it,” another added.
While some critics have called for boycotting the actress, others have praised her strong screen presence and dedication to her roles.
As the controversy continues, Blake Lively remains in the spotlight — not just for her off-screen headlines, but for the powerful performances that keep fans watching.
