Overseasidol.com — Thai star DJ Tonhorm is facing online backlash after her recent social media comments about Chinese costume dramas triggered widespread debate.

The situation escalated as some netizens linked her remarks to Chinese actress Dilraba Dilmurat.

The controversy began when Tonhorm shared her thoughts on historical dramas, stating that she found it difficult to immerse herself in stories where female leads have more “Westernized” facial features.

She উল্লেখed characteristics such as high nose bridges and sharply defined facial structures, suggesting they do not always align with traditional costume drama aesthetics.

Her comments quickly sparked mixed reactions online. Some users criticized the statement as reinforcing narrow beauty standards and potentially reflecting bias against certain appearances.

Dilraba Dilmurat’s name surfaced in the discussion due to her well-known distinct features influenced by her Uyghur heritage.

Fans of the actress were quick to respond, emphasizing that beauty standards in China are diverse and should not be confined to a single ideal.

They also highlighted that ethnic diversity brings unique charm and representation to the screen, which deserves recognition rather than criticism.

At the same time, others argued that Tonhorm’s remarks might simply reflect personal viewing preferences rather than a targeted critique of any individual.

They suggested that the controversy may have been amplified due to the way her opinion was expressed.