Zendaya Talks About Being Pressured on Kissing Scenes: From "Shake It Up" to "Challengers"

Introduction: Zendaya, known for her roles in "Euphoria" and "Dune," is speaking out against the constant focus on her on-screen kissing scenes. From her Disney days to her latest projects like "Challengers," the actress is tired of the scrutiny.

Zendaya's Frustration: During the press tour for "Challengers," Zendaya expressed her frustration with being repeatedly asked about kissing scenes. Despite winning a Golden Globe, she finds it odd that this aspect of her job garners so much attention.

Uncomfortable Questions: Zendaya has faced uncomfortable questions about kissing scenes throughout her career. Even during her Disney Channel days on "Shake It Up," she refused to kiss a co-star because she hadn't had her first real-life kiss yet.

Recent Examples: During the promotional tour for "Challengers," Zendaya faced another round of uncomfortable questions. Australian Channel 7's Edwina Bartholomew asked about the "best kisser" among her co-stars, prompting a visible reaction from Zendaya.

Zendaya's Response: Zendaya and her "Dune" co-star Timothée Chalamet also dealt with questions about their kissing scenes. Chalamet addressed it by emphasizing their friendship and the professional nature of their work.

Challengers Premiere: "Challengers" follows the story of Tashi, a tennis player turned coach. Zendaya stars alongside Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor, with a highly anticipated kiss scene. The movie premieres on April 26th.

Conclusion: Despite the discomfort, Zendaya remains focused on her craft and hopes that the conversation around her work will shift away from focusing solely on kissing scenes.