Tom Holland takes Lionel Messi on web-slinging joyride across New York
Mumbai, June 30
As the World Cup fever rages, Hollywood star Tom Holland joined forces with the football legend Lionel Messi ahead of the release of his upcoming film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'.
A special video released by the makers of the film shows Messi in search of Spider-Man. His search leads him to a quaint coffee shop in New York, where he bumps into Peter Parker. Tom then changes into his Spider-Man, and shows up leaving the football legend mesmerised as the former takes him for a joy ride slinging webs across the city.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' marks the 4th MCU Spider-Man film, and follows the emotional fallout of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. After Doctor Strange's spell erases the world's memory of Peter Parker, he begins a new chapter as a lonely, full-time Spider-Man protecting New York City. The film explores Peter living without the support system of MJ and Ned while facing new threats and changes to his own abilities.
With Marvel leaning into a more grounded, street-level Spider-Man story, the film aims to show Peter finally becoming the independent hero fans have wanted to see. It is scheduled for release in 2026.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film is written by Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers, and Justin Kuritzkes. Based on the MARVEL Comic Book by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal, Avi Arad, and Rachel O'Connor have produced the film. Executive Producers are Louis D'Esposito and David Cain. The film also stars Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando, and Mark Ruffalo.
The film is set to release in India on July 30 in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada by Sony Pictures Entertainment India.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I love the idea of a more grounded Spider-Man story. The whole memory wipe from No Way Home was already emotional, so seeing Peter start fresh is great. But honestly, I wish the marketing wasn't all about a football player—let the film speak for itself.
Boss, this is brilliant! Messi searching for Spider-Man in a coffee shop is such a fun premise. And the fact that it's releasing in Tamil and Telugu too? Hats off to Sony for thinking of the Indian audience. Chalo, 2026 ka wait shuru! 🎬
I'm not sure about this crossover promo. Feels a bit forced. Messi is at the peak of his World Cup glory, and it seems like Marvel is just cashing in on that. The film itself sounds promising though—finally a solo, street-level Spider-Man. Hope it delivers.
Oh wow! A New York joyride with Spider-Man? That's every fan's dream! 😍 And the multilingual release in India shows how much love there is for Spider-Man here. I'm especially curious about how they'll show Peter without MJ and Ned—going to be a tearjerker, for sure.
I appreciate the innovation, but I hope this isn't just a gimmick. The last few Spider-Man films leaned heavily on nostalgia and cameos. This one finally feels like it's about Peter Parker's journey. But let's be honest—Messi in the web-slinging scene is pure marketing gold. Hope the story stays focused.
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