Key Takeaways:
– Jenna Ortega has become an iconic name in the entertainment industry through her compelling roles in horror movies and the ‘Wednesday‘ series.
– She recently revealed that she auditioned for Zendaya’s role in ‘Dune’ when she was 15.
– Fans believe that Zendaya was an impeccable choice for the part and find her chemistry with Timothée Chalamet engaging.
– The second season of ‘Wednesday’ is underway, with Ortega hinting at more creative and ambitious narratives.
Jenna Ortega’s Exciting Career Trajectory
Jenna Ortega’s choice of diverse roles in films and TV projects has marked her as one of the most promising young actresses around. Achieving considerable popularity, the star is known for her horror film projects, ‘Scream‘ movies and her lead role in the popular series ‘Wednesday,’ where she plays Wednesday Addams.
Ortega’s Recent Endeavors: Beetlejuice and Dune
Ortega is all set to join the renowned ‘Scream’ franchise and star in the sequel to ‘Beetlejuice,’ which is about to hit the screens soon. What’s more, the young actress revealed an exciting fact in a recent Buzzfeed interview. At the age of 15, she auditioned for the role of ‘Chani,’ played by Zendaya, in the 2021 film ‘Dune.’ Despite being a significant fan of the franchise, she did not get the part.
Audience Reactions: Who’s the Better Choice?
This revelation has sparked discussions among fans, who believe that Zendaya was a perfect fit for this role. They appreciate the expressive chemistry between Zendaya and her co-star Timothée Chalamet, who plays Paul Atreides. The fans’ views seem to agree that if Ortega had played Chani, the chemistry between Paul and Chani might not have been as impactful.
A New Season of ‘Wednesday’: What’s in Store?
Alongside these discussions, another exciting news has emerged. The second season of ‘Wednesday’ is currently being shot, and Ortega has some interesting updates for her fans. In a recent chat with Extra, she stated that the team is diving into unexplored creative territories this time.
She quotes, “We’ve only done four episodes so far, but every episode has one strong, kind of outstanding scene or factor, which is kind of nice.” The audience is eagerly waiting for the second season, and the team is seemingly going all out to exceed the first season’s standards.
Meanwhile, Ortega is also working on her upcoming project ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,’ where she’ll be seen as Astrid Deetz. Set to release on September 6, 2024, the film is expected to add another feather to Ortega’s multicolored cap of achievements.
Even though the ‘Dune’ audition did not work out in her favor, it’s clear that Ortega’s career trajectory remains impressive with the variety of roles she chooses and the dedication she puts into her projects. As fans of the young star, we can’t wait to see what the ever-evolving Jenna Ortega will surprise us with next.
For now, those interested in watching Zendaya’s commendable performance as Chani can check out the two ‘Dune’ films on Max.
Let’s continue supporting our stars and enjoying the world of movie magic they create for us!
