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Zendaya recently found herself at the center of a viral meme linking female leads from the 'Spider-Man' franchise to roles as tennis players. The meme humorously highlights Zendaya, Kirsten Dunst, and Emma Stone transitioning from superhero films to portray tennis stars on screen. During an interview discussing her latest film 'Challengers,' Zendaya, along with co-stars Josh O'Connor and mike faist, addressed the meme. When asked about the trend of female leads moving from 'Spidey love to tennis love,' Zendaya responded with amusement, suggesting it might be a prophecy she needs to fulfill. Reflecting on the peculiar connection between the 'Spider-Man' franchise and tennis roles, Zendaya acknowledged the coincidence, remarking, "I guess it worked out for all of them."

Konkona Sen Sharma praises the sports drama 'Challengers', starring Zendaya. The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, is dominating the box office and receiving positive reviews. She also has recent and upcoming projects with Abhishek Chaubey and Anurag Basu.

Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg released the very first teaser trailer of his much-awaited film adaptation of the musical 'West Side Story', today during the Oscars ceremony.

Abhinav praises 'Challengers' while 'Nadikar' secures U/A cert. Zendaya, Josh, Mike star in the films. Zendaya supports husband against Josh. Ensemble cast delivers compelling performances, earning audience praise.

Crazy for bikes? If yes, then the trailer for Austin Butler and Tom Hardy-starrer 'The Bikeriders' will leave you extremely excited.On Wednesday, 20th Century Studios released the trailer for the motorcycle gang drama, which also features Jodie Comer.

Luca Guadagnino's 'Challengers' starring Zendaya, mike faist, Josh O'Connor presents a captivating exploration of love, ambition, and redemption, intertwined with the complexities of human connections, control, and desire, set within the world of tennis.

Zendaya's $10 million salary for 'Challengers' was detailed by Variety, premiering in 2024 with Tashi Duncan navigating a love triangle. mike faist, Josh O'Connor star alongside Zendaya, with Guadagnino directing and Zendaya transitioning into producing.

Zendaya, alongside co-stars mike faist and Josh O'Connor, shared her experience working on Luca Guadagnino's film 'Challengers'. Expressing her nerves about leading the film, she posted a series of behind-the-scenes pictures and videos on Instagram. In one clip, Zendaya is seen working out, while O'Connor attempts to flip a plastic bottle, and Faist prepares in hair and makeup. Another video shows O'Connor and Faist playfully kissing a tennis racquet adorned with Zendaya's wig, referencing a scene from the trailer. Zendaya, known for her role in 'Euphoria', sought advice from 'Dune' co-star Timothee Chalamet before filming with Guadagnino, who she praised for his understanding of the characters. Produced by Zendaya, 'Challengers' follows her character Tashi's journey from tennis pro to coach and her efforts to revive her husband's career. The film is set to release on April 26.

One of the most beloved actors Julia Roberts headlines Luca Guadagnino's 'After the Hunt,' depicting a college professor grappling with her dark past after a student's accusation against a colleague. The project is helmed by Guadagnino and scripted by Nora Garrett. Roberts' latest endeavor follows her role in 'Leave the World Behind.'

The opening film of the Venice Film Festival, Challengers, has been pulled due to the actors' strike, which includes not working or promoting their films. MGM, the distributor of the Luca Guadagnino-directed movie, has decided to release the film on April 26 next year, after giving "thoughtful consideration" to the matter.

Austin Butler, who plays Benny in the American crime drama film 'The Bikeriders', shared how he prepared for his role and learned the right accent for his character. Butler, who stars alongside Jodie Comer, Tom Hardy, and Michael Shannon, spent considerable time mastering the Chicago accent for his role. Discussing his approach, Butler said, "I wanted to figure out where Benny fits into the tapestry of the film, how thick to go with the dialect." He worked with a dialect coach and listened to real audio, particularly from Jodie Comer's character, Kathy. Directed by Jeff Nichols, 'The Bikeriders' revolves around the 1960s Midwestern motorcycle club The Vandals, evolving from local outsiders to a violent gang. Inspired by Danny Lyon's 1967 photo book depicting motorcycle club Outlaws MC, the film showcases numerous accents and intense performances.

Zendaya shines as Tashi Duncan in 'Challengers,' receiving praise from Serena Williams for her tennis skills. Timothee Chalamet guides Zendaya's collaboration with director Luca Guadagnino in the romantic sports comedy.

Actor Maddie Ziegler has boarded the cast of filmmaker Steven Spieglberg's remake of 'West Side Story'.

Zendaya shared the advice she received from her 'Dune' co-star Timothee Chalamet before collaborating with director Luca Guadagnino on 'Challengers', revealing his admiration for Guadagnino's brilliance and expressing her long-standing desire to work with him. As a producer and lead actress in the film, Zendaya praised the script's brilliance by writer Justin Kuritzkes and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to bring the characters to life. 'Challengers' follows Zendaya's character, a former tennis prodigy coaching her husband (played by mike faist) through a challenging tournament, and features a captivating score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. At the Los Angeles premiere, Zendaya thanked attendees for their support and encouraged them to enjoy the film, promising it would evoke a desire to dance. Guadagnino, marking his first major L.A. premiere, teased a surprise song in the end credits, hinting at the film's cinematic magic. 'Challengers' is set to hit theaters on April 26.

Josh O'Connor will lead in Kelly Reichardt's upcoming film "The Mastermind", centered on an art heist during the Vietnam War. Produced by MUBI, production starts this year. Known for her minimalist films about marginalized lives, Reichardt teams up with producers Neil Kopp, Anish Savjani, and Vincent Savino. Distribution spans several regions including North America and India.

Steven Spielberg's latest feature film 'West Side Story' will debut in Indian theatres on December 10. An adaptation of the famed 1957 Broadway musical of the same title, 'West Side Story'

American actor Ariana DeBose won her first Oscar in The 'Best Supporting Actress Category' for her role in the 'West Side Story'.

Zendaya's film "Challengers" opened strongly in the USA with $15 million but had a slow start in India, earning just Rs 26 lakh in its opening weekend. Despite being one of Zendaya's biggest box office releases, its performance in India was hindered by a limited release and cuts from the CBFC.

Tom Holland enthusiastically supports Zendaya's film 'Challengers' on Instagram, praising her role as Tashi Duncan. Their private relationship faces marriage discussions, showcasing their commitment.

The film is based on a story by Spielberg and will include sci-fi elements, though details about the plot are still under wraps. The script has been written by David Koepp, who has worked with Spielberg on several projects in the past, including 'Jurassic Park' and 'War of the Worlds'. Kristie Macosko Krieger, a frequent collaborator of Spielberg, will produce the movie. Universal has described the project as a “new original event film."