Dune 2's Ending Abandons the Creator's Original Plan for Zendaya's Chani

Denis Villeneuve made a major change to the end of Frank Herbert’s original story.

The ending ofDune 2radically altered the original ending for Chani, portrayed byZendayain the new movie.

However, those who read the book may have noticed a critical difference in the ending ofDune 2.

Zendaya as Chani in Dune 2 ending

This change highlights Chani’s more active and independent role, rejecting Paul’s Holy War and prioritizing herself.

He wanted ‘Dune’ to be a warning against charismatic leaders and messianic figures.

Paul is not the hero, but the antihero."

Zendaya as Chani in Dune 2.

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Clearly, aDune 3, based onDune Messiahwill deviate a lot from the original source material.

Denis Villeneuve toldThe New York Timesthat he’s currently writing the third movie.

Timothee Chalamet in Dune 2.

I don’t want to reveal what I’m going to do with the third movie.

I know exactly what to do.

I’m writing it right now.

Chani calling a sand worm at the end of Dune 2.

But there’s a lot of firepower there, and I’m very excited about that decision."

This shift makes Paul’s villainy even more apparent, aligning with the original themes ofDuneby Frank Herbert.

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Zendaya as Chani in Dune 2.

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