The highly anticipated film “Challengers” featuring Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O’Connor has finally debuted in the US, much to the delight of fans and critics alike. Directed by Luca Guadagnino, this romantic sports film tells the story of a tennis champion’s comeback with the help of his wife, a former prodigy, as he faces off against his ex-best friend and her former lover on the court.
Initial reviews of the film on X, formerly Twitter, have been overwhelmingly positive, with fans and critics praising the movie for its ruthless and complex drama. One user shared, “I expected #Challengers simply to be a thrilling, sexy movie about tennis, but director Luca Guadagnino & Zendaya have gone above and beyond the call of duty delivering a ruthless, complex drama that I thoroughly enjoyed.” Another user tweeted, “Challengers is so fantastic and relatable, with themes of uncertainty and branching possibility that people can gravitate to.”
Netizens have lauded the film for its positive attributes, with one person stating, “Zendaya brings a whole new meaning to love of the game in ‘Challengers’.” Another user expressed their excitement, saying, “Zendaya is an absolute force of nature. A ferociously driven, seductive, unpredictable and dangerously beautiful presence. #Challengers was worth the wait.”
Originally set for release in September 2023, “Challengers” faced delays due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike but eventually premiered in Sydney, Australia, on March 26, 2024. The film is now scheduled for release in the United States by Amazon MGM Studios on April 26, 2024, and has already garnered widespread critical acclaim. Fans can’t wait to see Zendaya shine in this captivating and relatable drama on the big screen.