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Amidst the chatter and speculation, Blake Lively has publicly expressed her excitement and affection for her role in the sequel. At the film's premiere on March 7, she shared, "I love this character so much; this is probably my favorite character I’ve ever been fortunate enough to play." She highlighted the nervousness she felt during the first installment, fearing the balance between drama and comedy. However, Lively noted that the outcome was ultimately successful, further contributing to the anticipation surrounding the sequel.