The entertainment industry has been abuzz with the news that Zendaya has secured a massive $10 million salary for her upcoming film “Challengers”. This figure not only reflects Zendaya’s immense talent and star power, but also her growing influence as both an actress and a producer on the project.
At just 27 years old, Zendaya has already established herself as one of the most sought-after talents in Hollywood. Her breakout role in the hit HBO series “Euphoria” and her acclaimed performances in films like “Dune” and the “Spider-Man” franchise have cemented her status as a global superstar.
Zendaya’s Transition into Producing
The reports indicate that Zendaya’s $10 million payday not only covers her starring role in “Challengers”, but also her producer credit on the film. This move showcases Zendaya’s ambition to take on a more active role in shaping the projects she is involved in, using her clout to bring her creative vision to life.
By transitioning into producing, Zendaya is demonstrating her desire to have a greater influence in the industry and to create more opportunities for diverse and meaningful storytelling. Her collaboration with director Luca Guadagnino, as well as producers Amy Pascal and Rachel O’Connor, suggests that “Challengers” will be a project that challenges the status quo and pushes the boundaries of traditional tennis-themed narratives.
Additional information about the film
Zendaya told Variety, “It’s a movie, and it’s about tennis, but it’s not just a tennis movie. It’s much deeper.” Tennis is merely a parable for many more serious sins. for dominance. for the codependency. To help them get these things out of their system, they are using tennis as their tool. It’s the only means of communication they are aware of.
As the lead character in the film, Zendaya, 27, portrays Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy entangled in a romantic triangle with her husband Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and ex-partner Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor).
In addition to starring in Challengers, Zendaya is co-producing the film with Guadagnino, Amy Pascal, and Rachel O’Connor. Zendaya talked candidly about her experience becoming a producer in an interview with CNN.
The Impact of Zendaya’s Massive Salary
Zendaya’s $10 million salary for “Challengers” is a significant milestone in her career, as it places her among the highest-paid actors in the industry. This achievement not only highlights her immense value as a box office draw, but also serves as a testament to the power of her brand and the respect she has earned from industry leaders.
Challengers box office
According to a different Variety source, the movie is expected to make between $12 million and $15 million during its first weekend of release in North America. The sultry, R-rated movie debuted on theaters last year after first being scheduled to open at the Venice Film Festival in 2023.
But because Zendaya and her co-stars Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor couldn’t promote the film due to the actors’ strike, the studio, Amazon MGM, decided to postpone its release until 2024. The movie will now be available on April 26.
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