Zendaya’s New Movie Will Put Her Musical Skills To The Test

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Zendaya, with her versatile talent, has convincingly demonstrated her ability to excel in any role. From honing her sharp comedic skills during her Disney Channel days, to transforming into a formidable dramatic performer in her mature career, the star of Euphoria has undeniably proven herself as a formidable presence. Currently, this Emmy-winning actress is embracing a fresh challenge that not only pushes her acting abilities but also her musical skills.

In a recent announcement, it’s been revealed that Zendaya will take the lead role for an upcoming film titled “Always Be My Baby,” produced by A24. This movie focuses on the life of Ronnie Spector, renowned singer from the ’60s group The Ronettes. Barry Jenkins, director of the acclaimed “Moonlight,” has been tapped to direct this project, while Dave Kajganich, writer of “Bones and All,” will craft the script. Notably, Zendaya was personally chosen by Spector herself before her passing in 2022 to portray her on screen, with the singer serving as a producer for the film.

In the realm of music, Ronnie Spector’s voice is hailed as one of the greatest in history and often placed among the best singers ever. It’s quite an honor to follow such footsteps, but it seems like Zendaya might be ready for it. Known primarily for her acting skills in shows like The Challengers, she has also showcased her musical prowess in The Greatest Showman and even released several singles during the early 2010s. Although her focus has been more on acting lately, her previous music endeavors suggest that she has a solid base for the role she will play in the upcoming A24 film.

The Deadline article indicates that Jenkins’s plan for the movie revolves around Specter’s emotional journey during her tumultuous marriage with music producer Phil Spector, rather than a standard biopic focusing on key career milestones in the singer’s life. This creative approach likely led to the studio recruiting the unconventional writing talent of Kajganich for the script.

This perspective implies that Zendaya’s acting skills are anticipated to take center stage in this movie, rather than her singing abilities driving the character’s development akin to Ronnie Spector. Nevertheless, it’s likely that Zendaya will need to showcase her musical prowess in some form or another.

The announcement of this biopic is made at a time when music-themed biopics have gained prominence and are often considered frontrunners for the Oscars. Films such as “A Complete Unknown” and “Elvis” have made waves, with their stars Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler performing their own singing in their respective movies. Whether Zendaya will do the same remains to be seen, but given her musical background, it would not be unexpected for her to give her all to every aspect of the character. This challenge will undoubtedly test her skills, but I’m optimistic about her performance and eagerly anticipate seeing how she brings this role to life.

Although “Always Be My Baby” is currently in pre-production, fans won’t have to wait too long to see Zendaya on screen. She will be featured alongside Robert Pattinson in the upcoming film “The Drama,” set for release in 2025. Moreover, she will join Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” cast in 2026, and is expected to reappear in “Euphoria” for Season 3 sometime next year as well.

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2025-03-26 23:09