It’s a Hollywood showdown like no other! Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, the beloved power couple, are facing off at the box office with their latest films, It Ends With Us and Deadpool & Wolverine.

While Reynolds’ superhero flick initially conquered the weekend, Lively’s romantic drama has staged a surprising comeback, leading the daily box office for three days straight. This unexpected twist has added a playful competitive edge to the couple’s dynamic, captivating fans and industry insiders alike.

Deadpool & Wolverine, a highly anticipated sequel, still holds the overall lead with a staggering $1.04 billion worldwide gross. However, It Ends With Us has exceeded expectations, proving to be a formidable contender. The film’s success is a testament to Lively’s star power and the enduring appeal of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel.

The rivalry between the two films has extended beyond the box office, with intriguing behind-the-scenes developments adding fuel to the fire. Reynolds’ reported contribution to a scene in It Ends With Us has sparked speculation about creative tensions between Lively and director Justin Baldoni. While some cast members’ social media behavior and Baldoni’s hiring of a crisis PR manager have further fueled the rumors, the truth remains shrouded in mystery.

As the box office battle rages on, fans eagerly await the final verdict. Will It Ends With Us continue its surprising streak and outperform Deadpool & Wolverine in the coming weeks? Or will Reynolds’ superhero blockbuster reclaim its dominance?

Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain: Lively and Reynolds’ playful rivalry has added an extra layer of excitement to the movie scene, proving that even Hollywood’s most glamorous couple isn’t immune to a little friendly competition.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

Whether “It Ends With Us” can continue to defy expectations and surpass “Deadpool & Wolverine” at this weekend’s box office. On Thursday, Deadline projected“Deadpool” would gross about $30 million this coming weekend, with “It Ends With Us” projected to gross about $22 million. Both films are expected to fall behind “Alien: Romulus” in its opening weekend, with Deadline projecting the film could gross more than $40 million.

BIG NUMBER

$1.04 billion. That’s how much “Deadpool & Wolverine” has grossed worldwide to date, according to Box Office Mojo. It’s the second-highest grossing film of the year so far and the second to cross the billion-dollar mark after “Inside Out 2,” which has grossed more than $1.5 billion worldwide.