AceShowbiz - Spider-Man: Brand New Day star Zendaya, who also headlines the upcoming Dune: Part Three, recently opened up about the latest film installment and addressed the online buzz around AI-generated wedding photos involving her and Tom Holland.

Earlier today, Sony Pictures unveiled the first glimpse of the trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, creating excitement for fans of the franchise. This release comes ahead of the much-anticipated teaser for Dune: Part Three, which is also scheduled to debut later the same day, marking a thrilling period for Zendaya's followers.

The actress, known for portraying MJ within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! yesterday evening to promote her latest project, The Drama, co-starring Robert Pattinson. During the interview, the host inquired about her involvement and thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Zendaya revealed that she has viewed "a good amount" of the film and expressed positive feelings about it, emphasizing the significance of the story within the Spider-Man narrative. She reflected on the privilege of contributing to a series that she and her co-stars grew up watching, highlighting Tom Holland's dedication to embodying the role of Spider-Man authentically. "He's really done a great job," she stated.

When asked whether Holland is the best actor to take on Spider-Man, Zendaya cheekily admitted her bias but agreed with the sentiment. This candid acknowledgment delighted fans eager for insights into the dynamic between the lead actors.

Beyond discussing the film, Zendaya addressed the viral AI-generated wedding photos depicting her and Tom Holland. Since news of their marriage emerged, numerous digitally created images have circulated online, prompting speculation and curiosity. The actress clarified, "I was just out and about in real life, and people were like, 'Oh my God, your wedding photos are gorgeous.' And I was like, 'Babe, they're AI. They're not real!'" She refrained from elaborating further on their personal relationship, maintaining a respectful boundary.

Regarding Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Zendaya is not expected to have a prominent role. This leaves audiences uncertain about MJ's storyline, especially whether she will regain her memories and feelings for Peter Parker, which were obscured by Doctor Strange's spell in the previous film. The last scenes showed Michelle and her friend Ned preparing to leave New York for MIT, with a subtle hint of recognition when Peter visited the donut shop where she worked.

The movie is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, with a script penned by returning franchise writers Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers. Alongside Tom Holland as Spider-Man, the cast includes Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Michael Mando, Tramell Tillman, Marvin Jones III, Jacob Batalon, and Liza Colón-Zayas. Additionally, Florence Pugh is expected to reprise her role as Yelena Belova, connecting to the upcoming Thunderbolts project.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is slated for a theatrical release on July 31, 2026, promising to continue expanding the beloved Marvel saga with fresh storylines and returning favorites.