MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 12: Zoe Saldaña attends the Miami Special Screening of "Avatar: Fire and Ash" at AMC Sunset Place 24 on December 12, 2025 in Miami, Florida. ( Photo by Johnny Louis / jlnphotography.com )
On December 12, 2025, Miami’s AMC Sunset Place 24 transformed into a gateway to Pandora as Zoe Saldaña headlined a special screening of Avatar: Fire and Ash.. Saldaña choosing her home state over the film’s London premiere, Saldaña prioritized a personal connection with Miami’s vibrant Latin American community. Saldaña captivated the red carpet in a white Chanel Spring 2026 mermaid gown, intricately detailed with 3D floral appliqués in yellow, red, and black. Fans and local creators gathered for an immersive IMAX 3D experience, with the actress taking time for a press line and studio interviews that celebrated her return to the role of Neytiri. Set for global release one week later on December 19, 2025,
Avatar: Fire and Ash expands the franchise with a darker narrative. The film explores the Sully family’s evolution as they face new Na’vi clans and the escalating grief of losing a child. Director James Cameron pushed technological boundaries yet again, utilizing cutting-edge performance capture that Saldaña noted allowed her to focus entirely on her emotional performance.
By January 2026, the third installment had already etched its name in history: The film crossed $1 billion globally in just 15 days, making it the fastest film of 2025 to reach the mark. Currently, Fire and Ash stands at roughly $1.32 billion worldwide.
( Photo by: Johnny Louis | jlnphotography.com )
