Zendaya unveils Athena look and training for Nolan’s The Odyssey

Zendaya stars as the goddess Athena in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey (2026). To portray the mythic warrior, she employed a non‑traditional fitness routine, emphasizing playful movement, dance and cardio rather than conventional weight‑training. Her father, a physical‑education teacher, introduced her to sport through games and salsa dancing, which she says helps her maintain a strong yet lean physique.

During the worldwide premieres, Zendaya displayed several hair styles inspired by ancient Greek deities, ranging from long, flowing braids to modern retro looks for the Spider‑Man press tour. Hairstylist Coree Moreno crafted the looks, blending extra‑long lengths and golden highlights to evoke a divine aesthetic. The visual presentation has drawn extensive attention on social media and film forums.