Zendaya is ready to close out her 20s with a bang as she prepares for the highly anticipated release of 'Dune: Part Three.' At a trailer launch event on 16th March, the 29-year-old actress looked back on her journey with the franchise, noting that the production of the trilogy has spanned her entire decade as a young adult.
Impact of 'Dune' Films on Zendaya
During a conversation about the new trailer, Zendaya shared how much the films have meant to her over the years. She explained that she essentially grew up while making them, which has given the project and the people involved a very special place in her heart. She expressed deep gratitude for being part of the experience and noted how excited she is for fans to see the conclusion.
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The epic series follows Paul Atreides, played by 30-year-old Timothée Chalamet, as he navigates a dangerous future and allies with the Fremen on the desert planet Arrakis. After falling in love in the second film, the story now finds Paul as the Emperor of the universe. The third instalment introduces a complex dynamic, with Zendaya's character, Chani, caught in a love triangle involving Paul and his wife, Princess Irulan, played by Florence Pugh.
The new film also reveals that Paul and Chani have started a family, with twins Leto and Ghanima born in the years since the last movie.
Trailer Launch Event
At the launch event, Zendaya was joined by costars Robert Pattinson and Anya Taylor-Joy, while Florence Pugh checked in via video call. Joking about their onscreen rivalry, Pugh asked if Zendaya was still mad at her. Zendaya laughed it off, praising Pugh as a phenomenal talent. She recalled wishing for more scenes together after their brief interaction in the previous film and teased that while she didn't want to give too much away, their journey together in this chapter is quite intense.
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It’s set to be a massive year for Zendaya, who turns 30 on 1st September, just a few months before 'Dune: Part Three' hits theatres on 18th December. Fans will also see her in the marriage-themed film 'The Drama' this April, followed by summer blockbusters 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' where she stars alongside her fiancé, Tom Holland.
