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Chandran: Racism is Business Norm for POC Actors
12 Mar
Summary
- Actor Charithra Chandran faced racism in the entertainment industry.
- She advises women of color to rely on loved ones for support.
- Chandran reinterpreted her One Piece role, not imitating the original.
Actress Charithra Chandran, recognized for her role in Bridgerton Season 2, has spoken candidly about her experiences as a woman of color in the entertainment industry, particularly in relation to her casting as Miss Wednesday in One Piece.
Chandran acknowledged that facing racism is an unfortunate reality of the business. She shared that while the negativity can be hurtful, she has developed resilience over years in the industry. Her advice to other women of color is to lean on their support systems and disregard online comments, distinguishing between genuine relationships and anonymous online discourse.
Regarding her portrayal of Miss Wednesday, Chandran explained her preparation involved studying the original manga and anime. However, she focused on reinterpreting the character rather than merely imitating existing portrayals, aiming to do justice to the source material and the production team while presenting a fresh perspective.
One Piece Season 2 is currently available for streaming on Netflix. The series features a cast including Inaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, and others, with new additions for the second season.
