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Zendaya and Robert Pattinson turn theatrical glam into a headline-making moment for Interview Magazine, channeling vintage horror and high-fashion mischief to promote their new film, The Drama. The images pair smeared makeup with delicate lace and bold tailoring, creating a look that blurs gender lines and keeps eyes fixed on each frame.
How the cover moment came together
The shoot was captured by photographer Nadia Lee Cohen in a sparse, retro house. The setting recalls old Hollywood tension more than modern comfort. Props and furniture are minimal, letting costumes and faces dominate each shot. The concept leans heavily on visual storytelling, drawing from classic film-era aesthetics while staying firmly contemporary.
Bold styling and couture details
Zendaya and Pattinson wore pieces that mixed romance with edge. Styling credits go to Zendaya’s longtime designer ally and Interview’s editor-in-chief, who shaped the images into a cohesive narrative.
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- Chloé lace bodysuits and ruffled sleeves for feminine drama.
- Ivory bodysuit and trousers for Pattinson, softened with a curled wig.
- Coordinated blue floral dresses—Zendaya in Chloé, Pattinson in Palace Costume.
- Black menswear-inspired looks from Dior for twinlike suiting.
- All-leather outfits from Tom Ford and Acne Studios for a tougher edge.
Key collaborators
- Photographer: Nadia Lee Cohen
- Styling: Law Roach and Mel Ottenberg
- Design houses featured: Chloé, Dior, Tom Ford, Acne Studios, Palace Costume
Makeup, hair and cinematic references
Both actors wear clown-white foundation and bright red, intentionally smeared lipstick. Zendaya’s curled blonde hair is mirrored by Pattinson’s curly bob wig, amplifying the twinlike effect. The visuals nod to the 1962 psychological drama Whatever Happened to Baby Jane, using a vintage mood to unsettle and intrigue. The results are gender-fluid and deliberately theatrical.
Images that play with identity and costume
The photos move between playful and eerie. At times the pair appear as a single tableau, tangled in each other’s poses. Elsewhere they stand in matched tailoring or opposing silhouettes. The spread uses costume to suggest role-playing, rather than to tell a literal story.
Off-screen chemistry and film collaborations
Zendaya and Pattinson have built a real friendship on set. Their work together extends beyond this film. Upcoming projects include Dune: Part Three and The Odyssey, both due later this year. Their on-camera rapport carries into promotional appearances.
- The Drama — described as a romantic dramedy.
- Dune: Part Three — an anticipated sci-fi continuation.
- The Odyssey — another shared project on the slate.
What they revealed about the shoot and the movie
Both actors embraced the shoot’s unpredictability. Pattinson admitted he enjoyed inhabiting the apartment sets and the wardrobe. Zendaya said the costumes were a highlight, noting she drew freely from her own closet during fittings. When asked about the interview itself, they described a playful awkwardness as they tried to put the film into words for the first time. The pair framed the project as experimental and fun.
Release plans and promotional push
The Drama is scheduled to reach theaters on April 3. The Interview Magazine spread arrives as part of the film’s early publicity wave. Expect more styled appearances and interviews as the film tour expands.
