"Chinese female name sounds like 'Ching Chong'? 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' sparks racial discrimination controversy [Star Issue]"

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As the film 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' approaches its release one week away, it has been engulfed in a racial discrimination controversy after a character featuring an Asian woman was revealed.

On the 20th, the official account of 20th Century Studios posted a preview clip for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'. The released video features a scene where Andy (played by Anne Hathaway) meets a new assistant in an office.

The woman, who appears to be a Chinese American, introduces herself as 'Zen Chou'. The name sounds like 'Ching Chong'. 'Ching Chong' is an English term used to mock people of Chinese or East Asian descent. This word, which is taboo as a racial slur and discriminatory term, has become a subject of controversy by appearing as the name of an Asian woman in the sequel to a globally successful film franchise.

The woman appearing in the film is not only named in a racially discriminatory manner but is also depicted with the stereotypical appearance of Asians as seen in the West. Her look, wearing frumpy glasses and dressed in a checkered pattern top and bottom, does not fit within this film about the fashion world. Although she is not a main character, many people are angry that the few Asian female characters are intentionally portrayed in such a racially offensive manner.

Below the trailer, many people have posted angry comments, warning of a boycott of the film.

Netizens from various countries around the world have expressed opinions such as "Asia is being made a joke of," "Koreans, Japanese, and Chinese people dress better than Westerners," and "Did they go to Seoul, Tokyo, and Shanghai to promote this kind of film?"

'The Devil Wears Prada 2' tells the story of legendary fashion magazine 'Runway' editor-in-chief 'Miranda' and 'Andy', who returns as a planning editor after 20 years, reuniting with 'Emily', now an executive at a luxury brand, and risking her entire career to regain control of the fashion world amidst a completely changed media environment.

The film went on a world tour with high expectations for box office success and even visited East Asia, but signs of a boycott have emerged following the controversy over the Asian female character.

Meanwhile, 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' will be released on the 29th.

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