Korea's obsession with celebrities' bodies
These days, the new standard of beauty is “bone-thin” — so skinny that one’s bones are visible. It is the latest version of the old ideals of a size 44 figure and an “ant waist.” Being moderately slim is no longer enough; apparently, you have to be extremely thin before people will acknowledge that you have really put in the effort. And the judging of other people’s bodies does not end there.…
In contemporary society, an unattainable standard of beauty has emerged: an excessively thin physique. This latest version of past ideals, such as a size 44 figure and an "ant waist," demands a level of thinness that leaves bones visible. Thinness alone is no longer sufficient; one must be painfully thin before garnering admiration for their dedication.
Judging others' bodies has become a pervasive issue, with scrutiny often disguised as concern or envy. Once someone achieves this bone-thin status, they become subject to relentless gossip. For instance, global pop star Ariana Grande recently announced her withdrawal from public activities, citing exhaustion from the constant scrutiny over her thin body.
Describing herself as "a specimen on a glass dish in a laboratory," Grande pleaded for people to refrain from commenting on others' bodies, emphasizing that what is considered healthy can vary greatly from person to person. However, her plea fell on deaf ears. In the music video for her latest single "Petal," released recently, her thin frame is prominently displayed.
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