Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming sci-fi epic Dune: Part Two opens with a stellar cast including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and more. Villeneuve’s magnum opus is currently gearing up for its release next month on March 15, where audiences will witness the young and talented Chalamet reprising his role as Paul Atreides, alongside Zendaya’s Chani.
It has been reported that Denis Villeneuve’s second installment of Dune will also feature a few new members like Florence Pugh and Austin Butler. Excited fans are eagerly waiting for the early screenings of Dune: Part Two, reportedly taking place on February 28. Meanwhile, we are here to bring you the cast’s reported salary from the sequel.
1. Timothée Chalamet
Reprising his titular character Paul Atreides, in the upcoming epic science fiction movie, Timothée Chalamet has become synonymous with Dune. Following his appearance in the first installment of Denis Villeneuve’s magnum opus, the actor stole the show in the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel.
Therefore, being the face of the film, who is now set to join forces with the Fremen people on the desert planet of Arrakis, in their fight against House Harkonnen, Timothée Chalamet with a net worth of $25M via Celebrity Net Worth, earned a massive salary of $3M for his role in Dune: Part Two, as per Showbiz Galore.
2. Zendaya
Second in line alongside Timothée Chalamet is his onscreen love interest Zendaya’s Chani who portrays the role of a young Fremen woman. She previously appeared in Dune (2021), when her character troubled Paul Atreides with visions and dreams.
Previously appeared for reportedly seven minutes in the first installment, Zendaya is said to have a much bigger and more important role in Dune: Part Two. Therefore, for her upcoming sci-fi epic, the actress who sits with a net worth of $22M via Celebrity Net Worth, is repeatedly said to make $2M.
3. Rebecca Ferguson
Appearing as Paul Atreides’ Bene Gessent mother – Lady Jessica, Rebecca Ferguson who is known for her role in Tom Cruise’s Mission Impossible movies delivered a riveting performance in the first installment of Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel.
Alongside being Paul Atreides’ mother, Ferguson’s character was also a concubine to Paul’s father (Oscar Isaac) and predecessor, Lelo Atreides. Currently, the actress who has a net worth of $6M via Celebrity Net Worth, is said to return in the second installment where she reportedly made $600K for her role.
4. Austin Butler
Joining the stellar cast of Dune for the first time is the rising star Austin Butler. Gaining prominence for his role as Elvis Presley in his biopic Elvis, the actor not only received major nominations but also managed to make his way into acclaimed projects, alongside renowned stars.
Now, the $4M rich (via Celebrity Net Worth) Austin Butler joined the cast of Dune to play the antagonistic role of Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, of the House Harkonnen. In the second installment, the actor reportedly made $250K for playing the role of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen’s youngest nephew, who is pitted against Chalamet’s character.
5. Florence Pugh
Alongside newcomer Austin Butler, even Florence Pugh is joining as a new member of the stellar cast of Dune: Part Two. Following her phenomenal performance in Oppenheimer, Pugh will appear in the upcoming sci-fi epic as the Emperor’s daughter, Princess Irulan.
For her small but significant role in Denis Villeneuve’s magnum opus, Florence Pugh who has a net worth of $8M via Celebirty Net Worth, is said to take home reportedly $300K as per reports from Showbiz Galore.
6. Dave Bautista
Wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista who previously rose to prominence for his role as Drax the Destroyer in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, has been an integral part of Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming sci-fi. In the movie, Bautista is playing the nephew of Baron Vladimir Harkonen and the brother of Feyd-Rautha.
Earning a major role in the second installment, Dave Bautista who has a net worth of $16M via Celebrity Net Worth, is expected to turn some eyes on him and gain the favor of the spotlight. Meanwhile, according to reports, the actor bagged around $1M for his role in Dune: Part Two.
7. Josh Brolin
Finally, on our list of popular Dune 2 cast members, Josh Brolin found his position. Previously earning immense fame following his role as the villainous mastermind Thanos, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Brolin reunited with the cast for Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming sci-fi film.
Returning as Gurney Halleck in Dune: Part Two, who has been the former weapons master of the House of Atreides and Paul’s mentor, $45M rich (via Celebirty Net Worth) Josh Brolin reportedly received $500K for his part in the sequel.
Dune: Part Two is set to hit the theatres on March 15, 2024.
