Tom Holland, star of “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” has revealed that some of his earlier movies have been awkward to promote.
Speaking on the “Dish” podcast on Wednesday, Holland instructed hosts Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett that he has loved doing press for his two newest blockbusters.
“I’m absolutely loving it. When you’re doing press for movies that you’re really proud of, it’s really easy,” he stated.
“Because when they ask you questions about why should people go and watch this movie, you’re not lying to anyone. You really feel like people should go and see it,” he added.
This hasn’t at all times been the case, Holland defined.
“I’ve had experiences before when people say, ‘Why should you see this movie?’ And in the back of your mind, you’re like, ‘You shouldn’t, because it’s sh*t,’” he stated.
This yr is a giant one for Holland, as he performs lead roles in each “The Odyssey” and the most recent “Spider-Man” film, which is due for launch within the United States on Friday.
“It’s felt really like a bit of a victory lap, to be honest,” Holland stated. “I’ve really enjoyed it. I’m super-proud of both of the films.”
Holland additionally revealed that he has loved choosing up tips about coping with the media from his “Odyssey” co-star Anne Hathaway.
“I’ve had the pleasure of sitting down with Anne Hathaway for the last three days and doing press with her,” he stated. “For me, that’s been an awesome learning experience. She’s such a pro.”
Holland has additionally had a big yr on a private stage, with rumors in March that he and his long-term girlfriend, Zendaya, had married in secret.
The pair have been rumored to have sparked up a relationship after hitting it off on the set of “Spider-Man: Homecoming” in 2017, however they didn’t affirm they have been collectively till 2021.
Now, nonetheless, each actors have acknowledged their wedded standing, with Holland referring to “my wife” in the course of the podcast.