Playing the lead role in Smile 2 meant Naomi Scott not only being tormented by a grinning demon but also portraying a world famous pop star (requiring her to flex her musical and dancing skills), but in reflection, chugging a lot of water would definitely be on her list of “Challenges Faced” in the making of the film.

British actress Naomi Scott has pleaded with fans to stop imitating her newly-released horror film Smile 2’s titular expression when meeting her in public. Scott said she is “jumpy” and a “sensitive soul” as she implored fans to chat to her about anything but her new film’s creepy smile.

Parker Finn follows his surprise 2022 hit about a malevolent spirit that jumps hosts via a diabolical grin, this time infecting a troubled pop star with a ton of trauma to feed on.