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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Promo Features Lionel Messi and Tom Holland in New York

Analysed 30 Jun 2026·4 sources analysed·New York City, United States·Entertainment
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Promo Features Lionel Messi and Tom Holland in New YorkPreviousNext

Sony Pictures released a new promotional teaser for Spider-Man: Brand New Day featuring football star Lionel Messi searching for Spider-Man, played by Tom Holland, in New York City. The light-hearted promo shows Messi tracking Spider-Man and then swinging across the city with him. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film includes returning characters and Marvel heroes like the Punisher and Hulk. It is set for release on July 30 in multiple languages, with advance bookings open in India.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 4 sources

We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (78/100). Lens Score 39/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • hindustantimes— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • indianexpress— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • timesnow— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
Political Bias
0%100%0%
Sentiment
78%
AI analysis of 4 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 30 Jun 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 4 sources
● Left 0%● Center 100%● Right 0%

The article group presents a largely entertainment-focused perspective without political framing. Coverage centers on the promotional collaboration between the Marvel film and football icon Lionel Messi, highlighting cinematic and sports crossover appeal. Sources emphasize film details, release plans, and fan engagement, reflecting neutral reporting typical of entertainment news.

Sentiment — Positive (78/100)

The overall tone across the articles is positive and enthusiastic, celebrating the unique crossover between a popular superhero franchise and a renowned footballer. The coverage conveys excitement about the film's release and promotional content, using light-hearted and engaging language without criticism or controversy.

How 4 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
hindustantimesMessi meets Spider-Man: Tom Holland shocked to find footballer looking for his favourite superhero, takes him for a rideCenterPositive
indianexpressLionel Messi is a Spider-Man fan: Football legend tracks down Tom Holland's Peter ParkerCenterPositive
timesnowSpider Man Brand New Day Promo: Lionel Messi Bumps Into Tom Holland While Looking For Superhero - Here's What Happens NextCenterPositive
indiatodayTom Holland as Spider-Man takes Lionel Messi web-swinging in new video. WatchCenterPositive

Coverage timeline

indiatoday broke this story on 30 Jun, 02:49 pm. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    indiatoday30 Jun, 02:49 pm
    Tom Holland as Spider-Man takes Lionel Messi web-swinging in new video. Watch
  2. 2
    timesnow30 Jun, 03:10 pm
    Spider Man Brand New Day Promo: Lionel Messi Bumps Into Tom Holland While Looking For Superhero - Here's What Happens Next
  3. 3
    indianexpress30 Jun, 03:23 pm
    Lionel Messi is a Spider-Man fan: Football legend tracks down Tom Holland's Peter Parker
  4. 4
    hindustantimes30 Jun, 03:55 pm
    Messi meets Spider-Man: Tom Holland shocked to find footballer looking for his favourite superhero, takes him for a ride

Lens Score breakdown

39/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap100%

Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.

Who's involved

Institutions and figures named across source coverage.

Corporate
Sony PicturesMarvel Studios

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
New York City, United States
Sources analysed
4
Last analysed
30 Jun 2026
Key entities
SuperheroDestin Daniel CrettonZendayaJon BernthalMark RuffaloLionel MessiJacob BatalonMichael MandoMarvel ComicsSony PicturesAssociation footballSpider-Man in film