- The sequel to The Devil Wears Prada is facing backlash from online communities in East Asia over the depiction of a Chinese assistant character.
- The character, Qin Zhou, played by Helen J Shen, has drawn criticism for her name, which some argue is phonetically similar to a historically racist term used to mock Chinese people.
- Social media users also criticized Qin Zhou's portrayal as a "nerd" stereotype, citing her appearance and emphasis on Ivy League credentials as out of touch for a fashion-centric film.
- The controversy has led to calls for a boycott, with critics highlighting a contrast between the stereotypical character and the film's marketing, which featured K-pop star Jang Won Young.
- Neither 20th Century Studios nor the film's cast has yet commented on the criticism ahead of the movie's global premiere on May 1.
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