Zendaya may be only 25-years-old, but the American actress and singer has already established herself as a big star in Hollywood. She has starred in many blockbusters like Spider-Man: Homecoming, Malcolm & Marie, and Dune.
Further, Zendaya’s role as a struggling, drug addicted teenager in the drama series ‘Euphoria’ made her the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
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Many great films have been based on the sport of tennis. From Wimbledon (2004) starring Kirsten Dunst to Battle of the Sexes starring Emma Stone and Steve Carell, tennis has been one of the favorite subjects for filmmakers. Further, “King Richard”, based on the life of Serena and Venus Williams‘ father, Richard Williams, became a massive hit at the box office. Recently, a new film on the sport, featuring Zendaya, was announced.
Zendaya to star in a new romantic tennis film
The Emmy-winning actress will feature in a new romantic drama set in the world of professional tennis. The film is situated in the Challenger Tour, and thus titled “Challengers”. The ATP Challenger Tour is the lowest tier of professional tennis competition, after the ATP tour.
Tennis 🤝 @Zendaya
She's ready to make her main draw debut! The Emmy-winning actress is set to star in a new romantic drama set in the world of professional tennis.
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) February 18, 2022
According to an early synopsis, Zendaya will play a player-turned-coach, Tashi, who has transformed her husband Art (Mike Faist) into a Grand Slam champion. However, Art enters a “Challenger” event to regain his form after a losing streak, “where he must face off against Patrick ( Josh O’Connor), Tashi’s former boyfriend and his former best friend.”
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HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 26: Zendaya attends the Premiere Of Sony Pictures’ “Spider-Man Far From Home” at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 26, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Glenn Francis/Pacific Pro Digital Photography)
Critics and audiences both, have widely appreciated films on tennis in the past. And “Challengers” certainly looks interesting from the synopsis, along with a stunning cast led by Zendaya. Did you like the idea of this film? Let us know your views in the comments below.
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