The Korea Times
The much-anticipated sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada" has run into controversy just before its release, with debate erupting over possible racial insensitivity toward Asian characters. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” premiered in South Korea on April 29, marking its first release anywhere in the world. The film had already generated strong buzz ahead of its debut, fueled by its return nearly two decades after the original, the reunion of its main cast, and visits to Korea by stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. However, about a week before its release, the film became embroiled in allegations of racism, shifting public sentiment from excitement to a mix of anticipation and concern. At the center of the controversy is the character Jin Chao, played by Chinese-American actor Helen J. Shen, who serves as an assistant to Andy, portrayed by Hathaway. Some online users raised concerns that the pronunciation of the character’s name resembles a derogatory term historically used in Western contexts to mock Asians. Critics also pointed to the character’s styling in promotional footage, sayi
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