Zendaya to turn director soon? Actress opens up on her future plans
Actress Zendaya opens up about aspiring to be a director, overcoming shyness, and learning from experienced directors.
- Entertainment News
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Hollywood actress Zendaya has unveiled her aspirations to venture into the realm of directing, revealing her determination to overcome her shyness and forge her own path in the industry. The 26-year-old starlet, known for her roles in major productions like Euphoria and Spider-Man: No Way Home, expressed her journey towards building confidence while discussing her evolving career aspirations.
3 things you need to know
- Zendaya aims to become a director, overcoming shyness.
- Challengers film release delayed due to ongoing actors' strike.
- Highly anticipated Dune: Part Two is set for November release.
Zendaya says she was always a 'very shy person'
Zendaya, who has often been noted for her reserved demeanour, acknowledged that her introverted nature initially hindered her from fully exploring new opportunities. "I was always a very shy person and that can cause me not to put myself out there… for fear of looking dumb," Zendaya disclosed. Yet, her experiences in acting have gradually instilled in her a sense of "fearlessness" that empowers her to take on new challenges.
As part of her quest to step into the director's chair, Zendaya shared her strategy of learning from established directors. "I really want to be a director. And I’ve been around directors my whole life, and that’s what I did on set. I would ask my directors: Hey Can I come to set and shadow you and watch you while you work?" she explained. By seeking guidance from seasoned directors, Zendaya acquired valuable insights and skills, which have been pivotal in boosting her self-confidence and ability to pose pertinent questions.
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Zendaya's film Challengers postoned?
While Zendaya navigates her evolving career ambitions, her film lineup has also undergone modifications. Initially set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival, her upcoming film Challengers has been postponed to April 26, 2024, due to an ongoing actors' strike. The film features Zendaya alongside Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist. The delay aims to ensure the full cast's availability for promotional activities and events.
Meanwhile, the highly anticipated Dune: Part Two, in which Zendaya stars alongside Timothée Chalamet, is set to grace theatres on November 3, 2023. Under the direction of Denis Villeneuve, the sci-fi sequel promises to captivate audiences with its continuation of the enthralling narrative.