Anna Kendrick appears to shade Blake Lively at 'Another Simple Favor' premiere at SXSW

Kendrick’s response to working with Lively has fans speculating about the state of their relationship.

At the South by Southwest (SXSW) premiere of Another Simple Favor, Anna Kendrick's response to working with Blake Lively again has left fans questioning the dynamic between the two stars.

When asked by a reporter about reuniting with Lively for the sequel to A Simple Favor, Kendrick replied with a lukewarm, "Oh, you know..." before walking away, leaving the moment awkwardly hanging.

In contrast, Lively shared an enthusiastic response, calling their collaboration “the best” and expressing her happiness to work with Kendrick again. This stark difference in tone has caught the attention of fans, with many speculating about the state of their relationship.

OMG😂Look at what Blake Lively said when asked about what it was like working with Anna again vs what Anna Kendrick says at Another Simple Favor premiere at SXSW. pic.twitter.com/e1CKbUGMU8

— Melanie King (@realmelanieking) March 7, 2025

Despite the seeming tension during the premiere, the actresses appeared friendly earlier in the day during press interviews and posed together on the red carpet, along with director Paul Feig and other cast members.

However, their brief exchange raised some eyebrows, especially as rumors of a feud between the two have circulated in the past.

Sources close to the actresses have denied any feud, but Kendrick’s response certainly stirred up some curiosity. Meanwhile, Lively is embroiled in a legal battle with It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni, which has further fueled public interest in her personal life.

Though the red carpet moment was a little awkward, both stars seemed to keep things professional throughout the event, leaving fans to wonder if there’s more to the story.