'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Mired in Racism Controversy; Asian Assistant's Name and Look Under Fire

Global Release (CNA) 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is set to hit theaters globally, but its recently released trailer has already landed in a racism scandal. The Asian assistant character, Jin Chao, is being questioned for discriminatory undertones, and her 'nerdy' appearance has been slammed for catering to stereotypes.

In the trailer released by 20th Century Studios, Jin Chao is shown wearing large-framed glasses, a plaid shirt, and a pencil skirt. She introduces herself to Andy (played by Anne Hathaway) with a rapid-fire list of achievements, including a 3.86 GPA from Yale and being a lead soprano in a choir.

Netizens argue the character's name sounds like 'Ching Chong' or the Chinese phrase for 'really ugly.' Furthermore, her lack of social skills and unfashionable look sharply contrast with the stylish atmosphere of others. Comments on YouTube have been overwhelmingly negative, with users questioning if the production team forgot it is 2026. No response has been issued by the studio or actors yet.