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Nicole Kidman: Bad Breath a Dealbreaker in Acting

3/12/2026

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  • Nicole Kidman revealed on the Las Culturistas podcast that she is sensitive to smell during intimate scenes, and that bad breath is a dealbreaker.
  • She recalled confronting Alexander Skarsgård about his falafel sandwich before a kissing scene in Big Little Lies.
  • Kidman named Rihanna, the singer, as the best-smelling person she has encountered, saying her scent is intoxicating.
  • Her remarks underscore the importance of comfort and hygiene in acting.