• Will Smith is apparently preparing a dramatic onscreen comeback after slamming Chris Rock at the Oscars in 2022.
• The King Richard star, who got in hot water for his irresponsible behaviour at the renowned event, is apparently planning a comeback with I Am Legend 2.
• According to The Sun, Smith’s role is mentioned in the film’s script.

According to a source, the film’s premise is “yet to be approved off by Warner Brothers, but there has been no indication that Will is off the project.”

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“Obviously, he is the film’s producer, and his production firm is in control while development is ongoing,” the person explained.

“The truth is that Will will return at some point; the only issue is which studio will take a chance on him.”

“The public’s negative perceptions of his profession have certainly lessened in recent weeks as the world has moved on as a result of stories like the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial,” the insider added.

“And Will is getting therapy and moving away from the spotlight.”

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“Certainly Hollywood likes comeback stories where performers who appear to be done with the profession bounce back with a huge project, such as with Robert Downey Junior, Mel Gibson, Drew Barrymore, and Winona Ryder,” a source told the site.

“Things may look quite different in two years – and Will could return to the screen.”