Romantic Chemistry in Anyone But You Leads to Off-Screen Speculation
When Anyone But You was released in December, fans speculated about a potential romantic relationship between actors Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney.
Powell didn’t hesitate to fuel the rumors about a possible off-screen relationship with his Anyone But You co-star Sydney Sweeney. The pair’s playful interactions during interviews made many wonder if they were dating in real life.
However, Powell clarified in an interview with The New York Times that they were not a couple.
He stated, “The two things that you have to sell a rom-com are fun and chemistry. Sydney and I have a ton of fun together, and we have a ton of effortless chemistry.”
Additionally, Powell acknowledged that fans often hope the couple is together in reality after watching a film.
He claimed, “That’s people wanting what’s on the screen off the screen, and sometimes you just have to lean into it a bit — and it worked wonderfully. Sydney is very smart.”
The stars confirmed that the speculation played out exactly as they had intended.
Powell solely credits Sweeney for their publicity tactics to support the film. They both mutually agreed on the publicity tactics to support the film, demonstrating their strong teamwork and commitment to the project.
Sweeney has been engaged to Jonathan Davino an entertainment producer, since 2022.
She chimed in the conversation, emphasizing how fans played a significant role in the “entire narrative.”
Furthermore, publicly showcasing romantic comedies plays a significant role in the film’s success.
Tom Rothman the chairman and Chief executive officer of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group stated, “You’ve got to get the ingredients in the meal just right: the story, the cast, the filmmakers, the chemistry, the ending.”
He further elaborated, emphasizing that the execution of a romantic comedy is a “is a delicate task. So, if you’re going to make one and go for it theatrically, it better be good.”
Powell and Sweeney joined forces, their collaboration breathing life into Anyone But You, and their on-screen romantic chemistry seamlessly transitioning into real-world appearances
dir=”ltr”>i’m absolutely obsessed with behind the scenes photos of sydney sweeney and glen powell on the set of anyone but you pic.twitter.com/nPZHyHJPJu— dee (@spuffylovebot) March 3, 2024
Moreover, Anyone but You was a surprise hit at the box office, grossing over $200 million globally after costing just $25 million to produce. The movie is available to stream on Netflix.
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