Suhana Khan Faces Criticism Over Alleged Skin Colour Lightening in Lipstick Ad

Suhana Khan, the daughter of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, has found herself embroiled in controversy as she faces criticism for an alleged skin colour lightening in a lipstick ad. A poster of Suhana posing for the lipstick commercial surfaced on Reddit, triggering a wave of backlash from netizens who accused the brand of “colour correcting” her to give her a fairer skin tone.

The viral poster prompted users to question the brand’s choice, with many expressing disappointment over the apparent attempt to change Suhana’s skin tone. One user remarked, “God forbid a woman is dusky in ads. WT* are these brands smoking these days?” Another pointed out, “That’s the whole point of a credible international makeup brand that they are inclusive, isn’t it? They could have easily found a shade as per Suhana’s actual dusky colour tone.” The criticism continued, with one user asking why the brand applied “pancake makeup” to Suhana’s face, deeming it unflattering.

Suhana Khan, who has already amassed a huge fan following even before her acting debut, is set to make her mark in the film industry with Zoya Akhtar’s upcoming movie, “The Archies.” Alongside Suhana, the film will also introduce Janhvi Kapoor’s sister Khushi Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda as they embark on their acting journeys.

The excitement for “The Archies” soared when the cast treated fans to a teaser of the film during the TUDUM event in Brazil. Suhana added to the anticipation by sharing a throwback Reel on her Instagram account, reminiscing about their memorable trip to Brazil. The Reel captured the cast’s camaraderie as they explored the streets of Sao Paulo and prepared for their performances. Suhana was joined by her rumoured beau Agastya Nanda and fellow co-stars Khushi Kapoor, Dot, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda on the trip.

As discussions about inclusivity and fair representation continue to gain momentum in the entertainment industry, incidents like the controversy surrounding Suhana Khan’s lipstick ad remind us of the importance of embracing diversity and authentic portrayal of individuals from all walks of life.

While the criticism against the lipstick ad unfolds, Suhana Khan remains focused on her debut film and is all set to impress audiences with her acting talent in “The Archies.” As the film introduces a new generation of promising actors, audiences eagerly await its release, hoping for a cinematic experience that reflects the true essence of inclusivity and representation on the big screen.

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