The final countdown is finally over and Challengers, the romantic movie starring Zendaya (The Greatest Showman, Euphoria and Spider-Man) and other great stars, is now available in all cinemas across the country.
Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist bring to life the characters Patrick Zweig and Art Donaldson, the love interests of Tashi Donaldson, a popular tennis player who is the main character in this sports drama.
The soundtrack and the actors’ performances are not the only elements to consider when discussing the success of the film directed by Luca Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes. Here, check out the cast salaries:
How much money did the stars earn from Challengers?
As expected, Zendaya is the star who took home the most money for Challengers (the highest paid cast member) and she was also the only one to receive a seven-figure salary so far…
According to Showbiz Galore, the actress, also known for her role in the new Spider-Man films with Tom Holland, negotiated a contract that offered her over $1.5 million for her role as Tashi Donaldson.
Here, check out how much she and her co-stars earned for the romantic sports drama:
- Zendaya as Tashi Duncan | $3 million
- Josh O’Connor as Patrick | $350,000
- Mike Faist as Art | $320,000
- Jake Jensen as Finn Larsen | $120,000
- A.J. Lister as Lily | $30,000
- Faith Fay | $25,000
- Scottie DiGiacomo | $20,000
- Sid Jarvis | $10,000
What is Challengers about?
Challengers has it all: comedy, drama, sports, romance and multiple high-voltage spicy scenes among the three protagonists. The story primarily revolves around Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who doesn’t apologize for her game on and off the court.
Married to a champion in a slump, Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when she must confront the struggling Patrick, her former best friend and Tashi’s ex-boyfriend. As their pasts and presents collide, and tensions rise, she must ask herself how much winning will cost.