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Sharon Stone's Unexpected Exit from 'Another Simple Favor' Sparks Controversy

Sharon Stone

Hollywood is buzzing with controversy following Sharon Stone's public claim that she was unexpectedly removed from the cast of the anticipated sequel, 'Another Simple Favor'. The film, which reunites stars Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick under the direction of Paul Feig, is slated for release on May 1, and is already embroiled in behind-the-scenes drama.

Stone, known for her iconic role in 'Casino', took to social media to express her discontent, stating on Instagram, "I LOVED being cast and removed from my role unexpectedly for no reason at all LOVED it 👏👏👏👏". Her comments were made under an Instagram post discussing the Lively and Kendrick-starring film, and have since sparked curiosity and confusion among fans and industry insiders alike.

The Oscar-nominated actress’s alleged involvement in the project had not been previously confirmed by official sources, and her sudden exit has not been elaborated on by representatives from Amazon MGM Studios or director Paul Feig, who have yet to comment on the situation.

Adding fuel to the fire is speculation of a rumored feud between Lively and Kendrick, which some claim was apparent during the film’s premiere at South by Southwest (SXSW). This alleged tension, compounded by Stone's unexpected departure, has cast a shadow over the lead-up to the film's release, highlighting potential rifts in the cast dynamic.

Meanwhile, the film continues to gain traction as it prepares for its debut on Amazon Prime Video, with new cast members Allison Janney and Michele Morrone joining the lineup. As the release date approaches, eyes remain on the production team for further developments and clarifications regarding the drama that seems to be as intense off-screen as the thriller promises to be on-screen.

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