Zendaya made a striking appearance at the Shanghai premiere of her latest film, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," showcasing a look inspired by the iconic Egyptian queen Cleopatra. The 29-year-old actress paid homage to the historic figure with waist-length dark hair, a short fringe, and bold smoky black eye makeup, evoking the style famously worn by Elizabeth Taylor in the 1963 film "Cleopatra."

Her outfit complemented the theme with a glittering Versace gown featuring a high slit and a distinctive silver spider brooch at the waist, fitting for the Spider-Man franchise event. Zendaya stars as MJ in the film, which premiered amid considerable attention in Shanghai.

Joining her on the red carpet was her husband and co-star Tom Holland, 30, who wore a brown double-breasted suit. Holland also appears in Sir Christopher Nolan’s upcoming retelling of Homer’s epic "The Odyssey," portraying the character Telemachus. The connection between their projects highlights their prominence in contemporary adaptations of classic literature and mythology.

Speculation has emerged that Zendaya may be preparing for another high-profile role as Cleopatra in an upcoming biopic directed by Denis Villeneuve, noted for his work on "Dune." While details about this project remain unconfirmed, the actress’s appearance at the premiere suggested she might already be channeling the historic queen in anticipation of this potential role.