Tom Holland and Zendaya Share Their Dream Spanish Actors for the MCU in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

Tom Holland and Zendaya have shared their thoughts on which Spanish actors they would love to see join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While promoting ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ in Madrid, the duo discussed their dream casting choices during an interview with CINEMANÍA.

Currently on a promotional tour for the fourth solo Spider-Man film in the MCU, Holland and Zendaya traveled to several European cities. In their chat with journalist Janire Zurbano from CINEMANÍA, they were asked to name Spanish performers they envision becoming part of Marvel in the future.

Holland quickly named two prominent Spanish actors he thinks would be ideal for the superhero franchise. He praised Antonio Banderas and Javier Bardem, expressing that both would add something unique to the MCU.

“I worked with Antonio Banderas and he would be pretty epic. Javier would be fantastic. He’s so good in Dune. I love him in those movies. He’s so intimidating and adorable at the same time playing that character,” Holland stated during the interview.

Zendaya echoed Holland’s sentiments about Bardem, noting that the actor can convey both strength and emotion in his performances.

“Yes, Javier Bardem has warmth as well. Obviously, his character in Dune is very tough, but he gives him warmth too,” she remarked. The pair also mentioned another rising Spanish star, with Zendaya expressing her desire to see Rosalía in the MCU. “And if there’s any way to have Rosalía, that would be great. I love her,” Zendaya added.

Recently, Zendaya collaborated with Rosalía on the third season of ‘Euphoria,’ where the singer made her acting debut. Holland humorously suggested a potential storyline involving the artist.

“Maybe there’s a concert in the next movie in New York, and something is happening, and Peter and MJ are there,” Holland joked.

While the MCU features a Spanish actor in a significant role, fans have yet to see Banderas, Bardem, or Rosalía join the franchise. Spanish actress Dafne Keen currently portrays Laura, also known as X-23, a character she first played in ‘Logan’ before entering the MCU with ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’

During their time in Madrid, Holland and Zendaya reflected on their journey with Spider-Man. They posed with a special CINEMANÍA issue from August 2017, which featured Holland on the cover shortly after his casting as the new Spider-Man, succeeding Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ will continue Peter Parker’s journey following the events of ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.’ The film takes place four years after the previous installment, with Peter living alone and safeguarding New York while most people have forgotten his identity.

Alongside Holland and Zendaya, the film will include returning cast members such as Jacob Batalon, Mark Ruffalo as Hulk, and Jon Bernthal as Punisher. New faces in the cast include Sadie Sink, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Tramell Tillman.

As Marvel continues to broaden its universe, Holland and Zendaya’s selections highlight how some of Spain’s most celebrated stars could seamlessly fit into the superhero realm.

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