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Viral Sketches Ignite Debate on Chinese Attractiveness

12/5/2025

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The viral image shows sketches of men from various regions in China and has sparked debate about the attractiveness of Singaporean Chinese.
Online commenters, many Singaporean, say the depictions reflect a belief that Singapore's ethnic Chinese are less attractive.
Psychotherapists warn such judgments may reflect media and celebrity culture and urge against normalizing appearance talk.
The sketches have millions of views, but the artist and original source remain unknown.

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Story summary

The viral image shows sketches of men from various regions in China and has sparked debate about the attractiveness of Singaporean Chinese.
Online commenters, many Singaporean, say the depictions reflect a belief that Singapore's ethnic Chinese are less attractive.
Psychotherapists warn such judgments may reflect media and celebrity culture and urge against normalizing appearance talk.
The sketches have millions of views, but the artist and original source remain unknown.