"The character is wearing dowdy clothes and glasses, in contrast to other characters visible in the clip, leading to claims that the film-makers are using an outdated stereotype."
"Her recital of her academic achievements triggered claims the character played into the Asian stereotype of the nerdy bookworm."
"Other social media posts have also taken aim at the character's name, saying it sounds uncomfortably close to a racist slur."
A clip from The Devil Wears Prada 2 featuring a character named Jin Chao has sparked significant backlash online. Critics accuse the character of embodying anti-Asian stereotypes, citing her dowdy appearance and academic achievements as reinforcing negative tropes. The character's name has also been criticized for sounding similar to a racist slur. The film is set to release on 30 April in China and 1 May in the US and UK, amidst previous criticism regarding a partnership with Starbucks.
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