Culture

Jasmine Is The Princess The Middle East Needs Right Now

When Naomi Scott first took a step into the audition room, she already had a direction she hoped to take on one of Disney’s most beloved princesses. Her blueprint not only aligned with Disney’s vision but enhanced her character’s memorability and influence.

By Maja Ali3 min read
Naomi-Scott-Princess-Jasmine-Disney's-Aladdin-2019
Walt Disney Studios/Aladdin/2019

Princess Jasmine’s memorable traits go beyond the sea green belly dance outfit and winged kohl; she always had a devilishly playful streak, best displayed when she unleashed Rajah on a prospecting prince suitor in the original and passed it off as feline games.