The ‘Challengers’ Cast on Intimacy Scenes, Training for the Film, and Zendaya’s Producing

[@dig2341]

Josh O’Connor seems so unlike his character in the movie. Which proves how talented his acting is.

[@ericagreene1579]

Literally!

[@lattiure]

blown away by his acting

[@paul8926]

I didn’t know he was Irish

[@Simplenotion]

@@paul8926 he's not. He's british

[@biharcourt]

He has insane range. You have to see him in the crown and god's own country

[@d.b.n.3974]

Jacqueline Coley is my top interviewer! If you look at most of the casts interviews, Mike Faist rarely speaks, and the interviewers just leaves him be, but he is engaged here. In all of her interviews, she emgages each actor, and transitions from question to question so smoothly. Great interview!

[@kaceyc777]

I agree she definitely knows how to passively get to the core and root of where these vampires come from and relate to humanity sympathizes w us for sure

[@timskully3496]

mike is so freaking good he deserves to be A LIST

[@ShartinScorsese]

I noticed that too! She asked him great questions about craft and process which understandably seems to be the only topics that perk him up and excite him. As opposed to gimmicky games etc. Kudos Jacqueline!

[@PowerDiva]

I have noticed that about him. I think maybe because he's still fairly new to film acting, he hasn't learned how to be comfortable in an interview yet. You see him shifting awkwardly a lot and making "thinking" faces that he probably doesn't realize he's making. Especially while the others are talking, I think he forgets there is still a camera on him too. Good for this interviewer gently pulling him out of his shell.

[@dudaresende955]

Yes I thought the same mike is speaking here …

[@humanbartender]

The interviewer was so great! I liked the questions she asked and she seemed to be a good listener. I thought the actors felt comfortable with her. They had a good time!!

[@oouzge]

Yeahh, I was thinking the same thing. They all took part in the interview also, she didnt focus on just one person

[@carolineelizabethmeade4863]

Not to include to dressed on theme👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@JennyYule]

Spectacular interviewer. Thoughtful, well-researched, used a natural, conversational approach, and specifically made sure to get every actor to provide an answer.

[@sarahgordino6695]

Yes. She’s an icon. She gives the best interviews for all films. Always well researched, knowledgeable, asks incredible questions, etc etc etc. She’s incredible.

[@sarahgordino6695]

Zendaya mentions having her own hair and makeup team as being important, but didn’t lean into why. But I assume it’s because, as a black woman, she’s used to being on sets with makeup artists and stylists who do not know how to do makeup for her skin tone or do not know how to manage and treat her hair etc.

[@monayti]

She’s an impeccable interviewer . She’s so genuine and non judgemental

[@jonnym4670]

screw that I want her to be judge jury and executioner

[@FirehouseMedPrep]

It’s pretty hard to steal the show when Zendaya is in the room. That interviewer was a star

[@DNBon.an808]

spot on

[@Elmerphant]

They are the introvert trio and it's so funny (because us introverts can relate). lol I love it. And yeah the interviewer was awesome.

[@leuuniverso]

yeah right??? omg thats so true. thats probably why i was so comfortable watching this. it's just so relatable.

[@thisbitchshonest7171]

An introvert wouldn't be there in front of cameras

[@sarahsiddique3664]

Jawline was served in this interview by all 😂😂

[@lundi44]

So true! They all have great jawlines.

[@ImAshley2023]

Nah, just Mike & Z. Josh has great cheekbones though

[@hw5932]

😂 I am obsessed with Mike’s jawline!

[@rikerich1769]

Mike Faist is incredibly handsome

[@melagadsden326]

back off my man

[@ImAshley2023]

​@@melagadsden326 One has to know that they are your man in order to be called your man

[@debbieb1024]

Josh is just as handsome with an awesome body.

[@gd-rm5729]

i prefer ART, he's so cute in the movie lol

[@mrsceltics]

I can't stop swooning

[@xLuvandkisses101x]

You can tell they're so tired of the thirst/intimacy commentary, but Jacqueline handled that topic with such poise!

[@PowerDiva]

I get tired of seeing it online because this movie is so much more than that one scene... I can't imagine how tired of it they must be by now, especially knowing all the work they put into the whole thing.

[@yanathepotato5705]

1. This is a fantastic interview. 2. Seeing Zendaya and Josh just hyping Mike's tennis skills was so heartwarming, and I honestly I am going to miss this trio and this press tour soo bad 🥺😭 3. Mike has no business looking THAT good in this interview. istg I just kept on taking screenshots like I am taking pics in a concert, because jfc he's sooo hot.

[@debbiejane711]

Definitely glad the trio will be done and she can get back to rejoicing in her life with her family and her Love, Tom Holland. Too many of us commented on seeing her do things she rarely does on interviews, like put her arm around an actor, like she did with Mike on one of the shots. I love that she had boundaries based on her relationship, and this became awkward for anyone knowing she has always been respectful of her own relationship. Josh has such a great face and great vibe. Completely respectful to Z and her boyfriend.

[@debbiejane711]

Josh is the whole adorable and handsome package, all the way.

[@jessicarao1490]

13:33 the smile breaking through when he's trying to be humble lol, they were all so great

[@mal-nx6xs]

Mike looks even more handsome with beard!! ALSO, I wish all interviews were like this lady, asking clever questions.

[@pilartrujillo3790]

Yeah ❤

[@sunndayz44]

Love the interviewer ❤ she asked such amazing an intelligent questions and seemed like she actually cared about the art and not making them uncomfortable with weird "who was the better kisser" questions

[@iconiicxbecky]

this trio is SO GOOD

[@janetDT1904]

As a writer, I love how much these actors respect the writer ❤

[@sellomokadikwa3219]

I actually forgot while watching the movie that O'Connor is British, so I was a bit startled hearing his accent just now, but that's the beauty of acting I suppose. Faist has a new fan in me. He has a great career ahead of him and I'm happy for him. He was of course brilliant in WSS, but glad to see his growth in this as well. Zendaya is Zendaya, full stop - nothing more to say. She actually reminded me of JLo in some of her no nonsense scenes.

[@Emerald-Media-Productions]

Love how the challenger match isn’t even a high stakes game for their careers but the stakes solely derive from their relationships with each other

[@ilhan691]

Josh is such a good actor

[@marioprevil1139]

Although this is not his best work. Among they three in that movie to me he was the one more disappointing acting wise.

[@biharcourt]

He's amazing

[@ameliiorated]

I love interviews like these. it just shows what serious actors they are, which is a testament to the film

[@karabokhanyile]

The way Z and Josh got excited when Mike was forced to finally admit he's a good tennis player 😂

[@alexonline2340]

so many of the other interviewers just ask questions that are superficial or about the actors' lives, but this interviewer actually engages with them as actors and artists, and they have a real conversation!! i love it!! all interviews should be like this

[@thischickkej]

I watched it last night and it is truly what filmmaking is all about. The cinematography was sick, the dialogue was great, and the character development was phenomenal. Excited for Luca's next project!

[@marioprevil1139]

To me there were 0 sexual chemistry between the two males and the movie tried so hard to make it look like it.

[@thischickkej]

@@marioprevil1139 in my opinion, there wasn't meant to be sexual tension between the two guys...the story was highlighting jealousy between the two guys

[@marioprevil1139]

@@thischickkej I am glad that you respectfully express your opinion😄. That said I disagree and I would go as far as to say that is what the movie is really about. You can see it in the for example when they win that game and celebrate in the way they did or when they were eating churros together or suggesting sound they make when playing and particularly when the two of them were trying so hard to let Tach know that they masturbate together but didn't do anything "wierd" which I believe by the way but then when they start making out the three of them they kinda forget that Zendeya was there.

[@zendaya.chronicles]

I just saw challengers an hour ago!! And oh my gosh it was by far the best film I’ve ever seen, easily my number 1… everyone literally devoured their role 🔥

[@sirchadiusmaximusiii]

Totally not a studios promotion bot. 👆😂

[@zendaya.chronicles]

@@sirchadiusmaximusiii what lol? I’m a normal human being I’m not a bot, I just haven’t changed my username

[@ImAshley2023]

​@@zendaya.chronicles Like what the heck even is a studio promotion bot anyways?

[@zendaya.chronicles]

@@ImAshley2023 I’ve got no clue 😭 that’s why I’m like what do you mean 😂 my name is holly lol I think I would know my own name. 😂

[@julianmx13]

@@sirchadiusmaximusiiibots are calling real people bots now? lol

[@commercialzone4141]

Absolutely the best interview for this film.

[@adolfopena7358]

Lets go Mike Faist!!!!

[@3776-d8n]

Zendaya is so smart and well-dressed

[@Ilovebrushingmyhorse]

When isn’t she lol

[@valeriarossini543]

this interview was incredible!! Shout out to the interviewer, Jacqueline, she did a fantastic job

[@Preacherboy0]

Interviewer really did her job such amazing spirit and joy to watch her.

[@THATJACQUELINE]

Lissen this trio serves throughout Challengers the tennis scenes DEMAND you see it in IMAX if you can. Loved this interview, Loved this cast. Game. Set. Throuple.

[@mriahrae37]

you are an amazing interviewer! your attention to detail and thorough understanding of who you are speaking to and who they are as well as the project! you're interview for nope is one of my favorites and now this!! thank you!

[@zeetuslupeedus]

I saw it last night in IMAX, and it was brilliant. So beautifully made. You're a wonderful interviewer. Engaging, informed, and personable. It was so great to watch.

[@beatrizaguiar3770]

just got home from the theaters and im just obsessed. wow. how i love to be bisexual!!!!!!

[@GirfDays]

She's such a good interviewer!! Great questions and energy wow

[@blanchefan]

Jacqueline is so perceptive and intelligent as an interviewer; she's not only seen the film, she's studied it, thought about it; so even though she's quite charming, she doesn't let the actors bullsh-t her (or us, the audience) about what she's asking them! Ms. Jacqueline Coley is top-notch--and actors, you're all outstanding. This is an important film--and with the passage of time will be more so. Oh yes---thank you, Luca--you're the best! :)

[@vehzee]

Fandango might have the best interviewers. Love her!

[@lavienrosewon8811]

Zendaya is co producer,she have just ton talents i hope she will realized her dream as director in the futur .

[@EllysThoughts94]

Wow what a talented interviewer! I gotta look out for more of her interviews this was such a pleasure to watch

[@mayradominguez6370]

I love how Zendaya explains "THE" scene. People forget this is a movie! And they try to ask like "what was that like" she humbles them by saying what happens. NOTHING. They split and its pretend. But people make it to much.

[@Enysomenm]

yes, it was such an intelligent answer

[@mjr4058]

Yes she suffers from anxiety and although she tries to appear confident in these interviews she says herself the more anxious she is the more she talks

[@Naija_mimo]

Yes and she makes everything a playful vibe to help her

[@Ani-ty2id]

Are you guys taking about the interviewer?

[@lumpsofcandy86]

This interviewer is sooooo great, thoughtful, informed, elevates the game. Obv the plethora of comments here already mention this but had to add to it. Been running thru these interviews coz I’m obsessed w this movie. This is definitely the best one

[@kyndallpwilson1]

This was one of the best interviews I’ve seen with the cast

[@LydiaWolfeWrites]

Such a wonderful interview, balancing insight into the process and craft with more light hearted comments. Loved it!!!

[@sc-wq2tu]

i loved this interview, good questions from the interviewer

[@jennyferg__7575]

what an incredible interviewer!!! Loveeee this so much

[@jilly0315]

Amazing interview. Thank you!

[@felixbeta8199]

Excellent interview, non pretentious yet a geniune insight of brilliant young actors with deep reflection. Thoroughly enjoyed the interviewer her angle and sincere well thought out questions!!! Have not seen this even with Oprah. Lol no really, great potential of exceptional personas. GOD BLESS THEM! May their talents be used for good and the advancement of the betterment of mankind.

[@melissamunoz-rush8298]

Such a great interview! She asked thoughtful, poignant questions! Challenger is so good and I hope it gets recognized at awards season!

[@hunter5w6]

12:19 why is z so cuuuute like just look at her 😭😭

[@Ketchupvader77]

Mike Faist giving Chilian Murphey for no reason

[@TaroZak]

HYPED, shame we didn’t get this film last year but it’s here now🕺

[@lauriannelzr]

I think one of the best interview I’ve seen yet! Absolutely love this woman, she really does be asking great questions! It’s good to see someone that involved in their work!

[@shinemadela]

Love the interviewer sooo good

[@kehlothack297]

Jacqueline is absolutely amazing I love how she interviews them!! gotta check out some more

[@Mkeita]

Interviewer naileeeed it!!

[@kaylakilgore4138]

This is such a good interview, great questions and great informafive answers

[@viola7052]

This interview makes me more excited to see the film

[@michelledoesstuff]

Great, insightful questions!! I just got back from watching it and LOVED it.

[@malania0523]

6:04 "oh no that's canon" LMAO

[@shivangsingh2463]

Josh is so polite and handsome ♥️

[@jo4ka]

the are nothing like their characters, which makes the movie that much more impressive

[@candacet311]

Excellent questions. You can see how she turned the mood for three actors who looked done with their press tour

[@lundi44]

Great interview and great interviewer.

[@janetDT1904]

Josh is so different in real life to his character 😮

[@ItsKells]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEWER and the cast of course top tier artists 💜💜💜

[@ellagoeson]

she is such a good interviewer im in love

[@maxwellwhyte4051]

Amazing interviewer, great interview

[@LC-le9ew]

I will always watch a Jacqueline Coley interview!!

[@hannahhope5648]

best interviewer wow

[@tashafoxx17]

Great interview!

[@domclegg1225]

great interview. i hope people see this movie

[@Enysomenm]

Such a good interviewer

[@olggg9740]

The interviewer was amazing

[@tucha_y0]

I love how Mike is in his own world most of the time hahahha

[@mindtheprivacy]

Best interviewer ever.

[@jasontodds]

this is the most i’ve seen mike faist talk in an interview

[@AngZamb]

Incredible interview!

[@itstonycia]

I loved this interview!

[@peachykwin]

When Mike speaks yk the interviewer is good😭

[@curliousunique8631]

Excellent Interviewer😍

[@theresamilia]

amazing interviewer!

[@micky_knuckles]

God they're all so beautiful.

[@RubySlippers13]

This interviewer is incredible! 🔥

[@bvandyke10]

It's interesting that Zendaya wanted Tashi to have a close relationship with her family. I feel based on how narcissistic and emotionally unavailable her character was that she would have some sort of unstable home life. Just my take on it.

[@IbokRock811]

they're in the same exact outfits as the BBC radio interview - i always forget that actors do press days - interviews back to back to back! that's tough work by itself! respect! We love it - i love this cast - so yeah - thanks i guess 😅 and Jacqueline really is great!

[@ellamor2616]

Shes such a good interviewer

[@The-i4r]

“Zendaya, kissing scene’s comin’ up…can we rehearse? :D”

[@miahh9099]

GO MIKE!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@jyoreepong]

I love josh ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@paraaapara]

Josh oh my gosh Josh 😩✨✨✨✨

[@marceltheory]

Release the Zendaya Cut!!

[@Miaumiaupachamama]

I loveeeed that movie sooo muchhhhhh❤❤❤❤❤

[@timmarr7327]

Best movie I’ve seen in years, amazing

[@lepipep]

This interviewer! I need to follow her!

[@h3artands0uLL]

4:30 doesn’t he look like Zack from season 4 Love Is Blind??

[@nicolem889]

Dude looks wayyyy better with a Mustache. Keep it up

[@sophiaelayne9984]

Zendaya's been really really busy. I hope she's good and not compromised. You never know in this industry.

[@dall348]

josh is so cute bye 😭

[@space_1073]

"You guys kissed isn't that crazy?" thats not a good interview question 😭😭😭

[@YaraAbuHussein]

funny as hell let it happen

[@hollybabyyy]

6:00 association of tennis professionals/art tashi patrick

[@denarendall]

Z in yellow! 🤩

[@vernefits1953]

She is so beautiful

[@juandavidospina8328]

He's british?!!