A new set photo from Spider-Man: Brand New Day has ignited speculation as it shows Zendaya reunited with co-stars Tom Holland and Jacob Batalon. Fans are especially focused on Zendaya, who is returning as MJ in the upcoming Spider-Man 4, alongside Holland and Batalon. The movie’s cast also includes Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal, and Mark Ruffalo, among others.
The image, shared by MCU Film News on X (formerly Twitter), quickly gained attention as Zendaya was spotted wearing a hoodie, seemingly concealing her hair. This led many viewers to speculate that she may have dyed her hair red for the film. In the Spider-Man comics, MJ traditionally has red hair, a look previously emphasized in Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man trilogy. Fans are now eager to see if Zendaya will adopt this iconic style in the new installment.
Jacob Batalon, reprising his role as Ned Leeds, appeared in the photo wearing an MIT T-shirt. This detail aligns with the character’s story arc, as Ned was accepted to MIT at the end of Spider-Man: No Way Home, suggesting the film will continue to explore his college life.
Social Media Buzz Around Zendaya’s Possible New Hair Color
After the release of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day set photo, social media users flooded platforms with theories about Zendaya’s hair color. Several fans noticed glimpses of what appeared to be red hair peeking from underneath her hoodie, sparking excitement and discussion online.
One user observed,
You can see her hair poking out the hoodie has like a red velvet look.
—user
Another social media post compared images of Zendaya with red hair, exclaiming, OMG SHE’S COMING FINALLY.
A third user commented on the potential impact of Zendaya’s character, writing,
When she pops out like this and is a well known figure (artist/model) and refers to herself as “MJ Watson” it’s gonna be generational.
—Tou bizfj reg
Despite the widespread speculation, no official confirmation has been made regarding Zendaya’s hair color or ultimate appearance in the film, leaving fans to continue debating the possibility that she will embrace MJ’s classic red hair in Spider-Man 4.
Implications of Zendaya’s Look for Spider-Man 4 and Fan Expectations
If Zendaya does adopt the traditional red hair for her role as MJ, it would mark a notable nod to the comic book origins of her character and could establish a stronger visual connection to previous Spider-Man interpretations, like those featured in Tobey Maguire’s films. This change could satisfy longtime fans who appreciate fidelity to comic lore while adding fresh excitement for the new movie.
With the return of key cast members and the addition of talented actors like Sadie Sink and Jon Bernthal, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is positioned to attract a wide audience. The evolving storylines for characters such as Ned Leeds, who appears set to navigate college life, indicate the film will continue building on the emotional growth and adventures of its main characters.
As filming progresses and more details emerge, fans will be watching closely to see whether Zendaya’s rumored red hair becomes a reality, and how it will influence the dynamic of Spider-Man 4 when it eventually releases.
