• By JE Entertainment Desk
  • Sat, 15 Jul 2023 02:24 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Tom Holland once again proves his acting range in the Apple TV original series "The Crowded Room," where he delivers a powerful performance in an intense scene featuring same-sex intimacy. The recent episode has gone viral on social media, sparking numerous discussions and giving fans a newfound appreciation for his transformative role. With tweets flooding in, Tom Holland becomes a top trending topic as fans express their shock at witnessing their beloved Spider-Man in a completely unexpected and groundbreaking portrayal.

The actor takes on the role of Danny Sullivan in the series, portraying a character inspired by Billy Milligan, a criminal grappling with dissociative identity disorder. A particular scene from the show has recently ignited a widespread frenzy and generated online controversy. In this scene, the British actor engages in an intimate encounter with another male character, provoking varied reactions and discussions.

In the much-talked-about clip, Tom's character Danny can be seen going inside a gay club, accentuated by kohl-rimmed eyes. The scene progresses as he shares a dance floor moment with another man, eventually leading to a steamy encounter that has captured significant attention and sparked intrigue.

The unexpected viral scene, which depicted a sexual encounter, took fans by surprise. Unfortunately, there was a segment of individuals who expressed negativity and disapproval, as they were not prepared to see their "favorite Spider-Man" engaged in such an act with another man on screen. This unforeseen revelation sparked a variety of reactions among netizens, ranging from homophobic messages to amusing memes.

Earlier, Speaking to Entertainment Weekly,Holland said The Crowded Room had left him struggling to get out of the character. "I was seeing myself in him, but in my personal life. I remember having a bit of a meltdown at home and thinking, like, ‘I’m going to shave my head. I need to shave my head because I need to get rid of this character,’" he said. "And obviously, we were mid-shooting, so I decided not to. It was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before," he stated.