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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Charithra Chandran's viral Wimbledon look caught in makeup vs. no-makeup debate: ‘All she did was look beautiful'
Synopsis Charithra Chandran, famed for her role in Bridgerton, went viral after being spotted behind Andrew Garfield at Wimbledon. While many praised her effortless elegance, online trolls quickly turned the moment sour by critiquing her appearance. The incident sparked debates around beauty standards, misogyny, and the double bind women face when it comes to makeup and public perception.
USA Today
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Bridgerton' star Charithra Chandran stunned at Wimbledon. Then, the internet came for her.
'Bridgerton' Netflix star Charithra Chandran stole Andrew Garfield's spotlight at Wimbledon after a video of her seated behind him went viral. A fan account for Garfield posted a clip of the actor enjoying a match at Wimbledon. The attention soon turned to Chandran in the background. 'All eyes on the brown queen behind him,' one X user wrote in a post with 17 million views. 'Charithra Chandran is one of the most beautiful people to exist,' another user replied. But the replies just as quickly turned sour when the internet began picking apart Chandran's appearance, posting side-by-side photos of her with and without makeup, calling her "mid" and accusing her of having filler and plastic surgery. 'All she did was look beautiful at Wimbledon. and now incels have decided (she) should be their next target,' one X user pointed out in a post with 5 million views. 'The funny thing is that she looks stunning even in the worst pics that they could find of her,' another user replied. Chandran's trolls demonstrate the double bind women are faced with — if you go natural, you're not doing enough. If you wear makeup, you're doing too much. Either way, you can't win. Picking apart a woman's appearance illustrates "a sexist double standard in which women are judged over their appearance in ways that men are not," says author Leora Tanenbaum. It is also a way to "police" women, she adds, and "perpetuates a narrow beauty ideal that is unattainable for most, especially women of color." The makeup vs. no makeup debate The 'unrecognizable makeup' trend has had the internet in a tizzy, with some people using makeup to complete full facial transformations. The problematic joke, 'Take her swimming on the first date,' has been around for nearly a decade –– it's tossed around by men who claim that seeing a woman without makeup early-on is the only way to avoid getting 'bamboozled' into dating someone unattractive. In 2021, actress Sydney Sweeney — who has often been praised for her looks — cried on Instagram Live while trending on X (then, Twitter) for 'being ugly." In October 2024, Sweeney was photographed on set with a brunette curly wig, baggy clothing and no apparent makeup. Then, she was featured in an X thread with 11 million views titled 'Catfish of the Year,' comparing a photo of her on a red carpet to candid paparazzi shots. Another user came to her defense: ''Sydney Sweeney is a catfish' sir if you cannot recognize that a blonde woman does not wake up with jet black eyelashes and face glitter then you might be too stupid to reach.' So annoying tbh #makeup #mua Many women have pushed back against criticism of makeup, arguing that makeup is 'art' and not 'a form of lying.' "A beautiful woman, we've been taught, is beautiful naturally with no visible effort on her part," Tanenbaum says. "But we all know that it's impossible to conform to our societal beauty ideals with no effort." And in a digital landscape where beauty filters and apps like FaceTune are so prevalent, the perception of a 'real' or "naturally beautiful" can get heavily distorted. While Chandran stunned in glam at Wimbledon, many celebrities are already pushing back against beauty norms in favor of embracing a natural look. Pamela Anderson has made headlines over the past few years for steering away from wearing makeup. "I'm not trying to be the prettiest girl in the room," she said in an October 2023 interview with Vogue France. "I feel like it's just freedom. It's a relief." When criticism goes too far When misogynists or the internet tear apart a woman's appearance, it not only leaves an emotional impact, but also opens the door for more serious consequences. Some people who take part in the dogpiling are just bullies. But even among those who don't mean further harm, it create social acceptability around maligning women for their appearances. "It's a short step away from discrediting them when they speak up in the face of victimization because many people ignorantly believe that no one would want to assault a woman judged to be unattractive, and therefore she must be lying," Tanenbaum says. Contributing: Charles Trepany
RTÉ News
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Irish stars counting down to Emmy Awards nominations today
Irish stars Colin Farrell, Lola Petticrew, and Nicola Coughlan have been tipped to be among the Primetime Emmy Awards nominees when the shortlist is announced in the US later today. Farrell is widely seen as the favourite in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie category for his performance in the Batman spin-off series The Penguin. He has already won at the IFTAs, Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild, Critics Choice, and Satellite Awards for his work on the series. IFTA winner Petticrew has been included by pundits as one of the nominees in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie category for the Troubles drama Say Nothing. It has been reported that Bridgerton star Coughlan could spring a surprise with a nomination in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series category. The sci-fi office drama Severance, dark comedy Hacks, and teen murder study Adolescence are among the shows that are expected to receive multiple nominations. The nominees will be announced in a live stream starting at 4.30pm Irish time on the Emmys website and YouTube channel. The awards will take place on Sunday 14 September at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Irish Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Mix Tape, Manhunter and Trainwreck: Balloon Boy
Mix Tape BBC Two, 9pm First love. For some it's a painful matter, but for others, it's an amazing roller-coaster ride of emotions that they never forget and hold close to their hearts forever. Alison and Daniel, the main characters in this new four-part drama, fall firmly in the latter category. We first meet them in 1989 when they're teenagers, forming a bond over a shared passion for music. The pair eventually go their separate ways, and we then catch up with them in the modern day while they're living on the opposite sides of the world – Alison in Sydney, Australia, and Daniel in their native Sheffield in South Yorkshire. However, the pair reconnect, once again due to a song they still love. And being back in touch makes them wonder what might have been had they never parted. Teresa Palmer and Jim Sturgess play Alison and Daniel, with Bridgerton's Florence Hunt and newcomer Rory Walton-Smith as their younger selves. But the real interest for Irish viewers comes from the fact that despite being largely set in Sheffield, it was filmed in Dublin and Co Wicklow. Plus, the screenplay was adapted by bestselling Dublin-born author Jo Spain from Jane Sanderson's novel, and was made by Irish production company Subotica. Sue Deeks, head of BBC programme acquisition, says of the tale: 'Accompanied by a cracking 1980s soundtrack, Mix Tape is an enjoyable blend of nostalgia, romance and heartbreak – it really is the perfect summer treat!' The Great British Sewing Bee BBC One, 9pm Judges Esme Young and Patrick Grant, and returning host Sara Pascoe, meet 12 more amateur sewers as the contest's 11th series gets under way. Their tasks involve making a tie-front blouse, turning old circle skirts into something new, and creating pleated dresses. In the Footsteps of Killers Channel 4, 10pm On a summer's night in 1986, lovers Brian Price and Susan Tetrault were murdered in their London flat. A suspect was acquitted of the crime, which remains unsolved. Now Emilia Fox and Professor David Wilson are taking another look at the case. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more 1923 RTÉ One, 10.10pm There's a rare trip to town in store for Jacob, Cara and the rest of the Duttons, where they hope to mix business with pleasure. However, there's trouble brewing back home due to the sheepherders. Manhunter BBC Two, 11pm The first film based on Thomas Harris's novel Red Dragon focuses on an ex-FBI agent who comes out of retirement to track down a killer targeting families. William Petersen stars, with Brian Cox as an early incarnation of Hannibal 'the Cannibal' Lecktor (as it's spelled here). Trainwreck: Balloon Boy Netflix, streaming now Remember Balloon Boy? Back in 2009, a man from Colorado rang the authorities claiming his homemade spaceship had blown away with his six-year-old son inside. If you don't know the story, you can probably guess the rest. Apocalypse in the Tropics Netflix, streaming now Where does governance end and doctrine begin? To put it another way, at what point do the lines blur between democratic rule and religious rule? This isn't an anatomy of what's devolving in North America right now, but rather what's already happened in South America. In her new documentary, Brazilian filmmaker Petra Costa returns with a penetrating look at how Christian evangelical movements have gained powerful influence over Brazil's political system. With remarkable access to both sitting president Lula and former president Bolsonaro — plus one of Brazil's most prominent televangelists — the film dives into the spiritual and strategic alliances shaping modern Brazil. What emerges is a tense portrait of a nation where apocalyptic beliefs mix with political ambition. Costa, known for her Oscar-nominated The Edge of Democracy, again captures a country in flux with raw honesty and clarity. One Night In Idaho Prime Video, streaming now In late 2022, a fatal stabbing attack involving four university students rocked a small Idaho town, drawing national attention. An explosion of social media sleuthing, a cross-country manhunt, a dramatic arrest, and a looming trial made this crime one of the most high-profile stories of the last decade. Foundation AppleTV+, streaming now Season 3 returns to Apple, with new episodes dropping every Friday through to September 12. Inspired by Isaac Asimov's celebrated books, the saga follows exiles fighting to restore civilisation as an empire collapses. The Crossbow Cannibal Prime Video, streaming now Keeping things super light on Prime Video this week, we also have a profile of Stephen Griffiths, who created his own deadly persona in the hope of following in the footsteps of his idol — serial killer Peter Sutcliffe. Fifteen years after Griffiths's arrest, this documentary revisits one of Britain's darkest criminal cases. National Geographic dives into (apologies) the legacy of a legendary film with this Laurent Bouzereau documentary, tracing its journey from book to enduring pop culture phenomenon. If the tween in your life has been counting down the days, they'll probably already know that Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires is also now available (be warned, it's a musical). Oppenheimer Netflix, streaming now Finally, the wait is over. Anyone who failed to catch it in the cinema back in the heady summer of 2023 can now view it on whatever device they please. Speaking of German-related drama, Brick, an atmospheric number with Danny Boyle vibes, is also available. Building The Band Netflix, streaming now
Geek Girl Authority
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Silvia Moreno-Garcia Archives
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