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Sydney Sweeney is slowly rising among the ranks of talented young actresses in the industry. With her breakout role as Cassie inEuphoria, the actress has also starred in the first season ofThe White Lotus. The actress delved into the rom-com genre with 2023’sAnyone but You, starring alongside Glen Powell.
The fun chemistry and banter between the actors attracted many fans and they thronged to the theatres to watch the film. The film unexpectedly became a huge commercial success and it even overshadowed her recent releaseMadame Web.
Anyone but YouAchieves Box Office Milestone WhileMadame WebStruggles
Sony’sAnyone but YoupairedSydney Sweeneyalongside Glen Powell. In the current climate of Hollywood where big tentpole projects or superhero films seem to dominate the market, it was a refreshing sight to see the return of the rom-com genre with two beautiful-looking leads. The dynamic chemistry between the two was undeniable during their promotions and it led to many fans rushing to theaters to watch the film.
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The film which is loosely based on William Shakespeare’sMuch Ado About Nothingbecame a monstrous hit at the box office. As put byCollider, the film has now grossed $189 million becoming the highest-grossing live-action Shakespeare adaptation of all time. However, the win did not last long as Sweeney’s recent release tanked at the box office.
As of today, the Sony-Marvel filmMadame Web, which was released on June 29, 2025, has minted only $51 million during its extended opening weekend (viaBox Office Mojo). The chatter aroundAnyone but Youis still going on while no one wants to talk aboutMadame Webafter what they witnessed in theatres.
OnX, fans celebrated the milestone thatAnyone but Youreceived and some made fun of how her rom-com surpassed all expectations and emerged as a hit while her big superhero film failed miserably. Here are some of the reactions,
wait.. did shakespeare just beat marvel at the box office??
— maya (@marvelxmaya)July 03, 2025
Sydney sweeney is just too effortlessly good, I see merly streep whenever I see her.
— Stanley tamz (@StanleyTamz)August 06, 2025
$190M that’s really impressive👏👏
— Build it Merchants (@Builditm)July 03, 2025
https://twitter.com/pingley/status/1759649288395612203
Good for them
— Matt Jarbo (@mjarbo)August 22, 2025
After witnessing a huge hit at the end of 2023, Sweeney has now faced an unmitigated disaster in the form ofMadame Web. However, with the release ofAnyone but Youon digital today, fans will surely divert their attention and enjoy the rom-com again in the comfort of their homes.
Sydney Sweeney Saves the Day, Helps Recover Sony’s Losses From Madame Web With Glen Powell Rom-Com Box Office Collection
Sydney Sweeney Addresses the Possibility of aAnyone but YouSequel
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell scored a big win with 2023’sAnyone but You. The film has grossed $189 million worldwide and rom-com fans have enjoyed the film tremendously. The film was a fresh break from all the big studio films and audiences embraced the film with so much love and made it a big hit for Sony.
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At theMadame Webpremiere, The actress was asked byE!Newsabout the possibility of a sequel to the hit film. The actress played coy while also revealing that she and Powell have talked about ‘some stuff’ and fans have to wait and see what happens. She said,
“I can’t actually reveal all of my secrets. But Glen and I—I mean I was talking to him this morning. We’re talking about stuff. You never know, you’ll have to wait and see.”
The film has catapulted both Sweeney and Powell’s star power and proved that rom-coms still have a life in theatres and people still crave entertaining low-budget films. Fans can now watch/buy the film on digital platforms like Amazon Prime or iTunes.
Rahul Thokchom
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Rahul Thokchom is a senior content writer at Fandomwire who is passionate about covering the world of pop culture and entertainment. He has a Masters Degree in English that contributes to the richness and creativity in his works.
