Tom Holland Visits Glasgow
Tom Holland, known for his role as Spider-Man, made a special appearance in Glasgow yesterday, trading the iconic New York skyline for a warm welcome in Scotland. The 29-year-old British actor revealed his new Spider-Man suit in preparation for filming the upcoming installment of the franchise, titled Brand New Day, and even lifted a delighted young fan up to share the moment.
Upcoming Blockbuster
The new film is set to be released next summer, featuring Mark Ruffalo returning as the Hulk. However, it’s still uncertain if Holland’s real-life fiancée, Zendaya, will reprise her role as MJ, Peter Parker’s love interest. According to Zendaya’s stylist, Law Roach, the couple’s wedding plans are currently on hold as she is busy filming Dune: Part Three and other projects.
Upcoming Collaborations
Both actors will appear together in The Odyssey, an adaptation of Homer’s epic by director Christopher Nolan. Holland’s recent visit comes at a particularly hectic time in his career as he has also been announced as the new face of Prada’s Paradigme Fragrance, during which he posed with some adorable puppies for promotional material.
James Bond Speculation
The actor has faced speculation regarding his potential casting as the next James Bond, with his name surfacing among other high-profile candidates. When asked about the rumors during a video interview, Holland smiled and said, ‘Listen, there’s speculation at the minute. We’ll keep it to a minimum for now. We’ll get there one day.’
Filming in Glasgow
Glasgow has been transformed into a stand-in for downtown New York as filming for Brand New Day continues, providing a more cost-effective alternative to the Big Apple. Over the weekend, Holland was seen with stunt wires attached to his Spider-Man suit, shooting scenes that included web-slinging action. During a break from shooting, he was spotted sipping water before returning to his character.
Notable Film Locations
Glasgow’s film-friendly atmosphere has previously hosted high-profile productions, including the 2013 zombie flick World War Z, which featured Brad Pitt. As filming progressed, Holland showcased his commitment to the role, engaging with crew and even playfully mimicking web-shooting gestures as he arrived on set.
Future of the Bond Franchise
As discussions continue about the next Bond film, the announcement of renowned screenwriter Steven Knight joining the project has fans buzzing. Knight described working on the Bond franchise as a longtime dream, expressing his excitement on BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast. This new chapter in the Bond saga will be overseen by Amazon MGM Studios after producer Barbara Broccoli relinquished creative control. Despite the advancing production team, no official announcements have been made regarding Daniel Craig’s successor.
