Spider-Man: Brand New Day Set Photo Sparks MCU Character Speculation

Set photos from the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day have sparked fan speculation, particularly about Zendaya's character MJ potentially adopting the classic red hair associated with Mary Jane Watson in the comics. Zendaya was seen wearing a hoodie that some fans believe is concealing newly dyed red hair, aligning her portrayal more closely with the traditional comic book character. Jacob Batalon, reprising his role as Ned Leeds, was pictured wearing an MIT shirt, suggesting the film will continue the storyline from No Way Home where both characters were accepted to the university. The movie is described as a return to a more grounded, street-level Spider-Man story, following the multiversal events of No Way Home, where Peter Parker’s existence was erased from the memories of his closest friends. Spider-Man: Brand New Day will also introduce new characters including Sadie Sink and Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, integrating both familiar and fresh elements into the MCU. The film is set for release on July 31, 2026, though many plot details remain under wraps as production continues.