Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Internet's sudden fascination with Indian women
The internet has recently become very interested in Indian women, calling them 'hot' and 'baddies.'
This started with videos of Indian women at a concert and an Indian model walking in a big fashion show.
But many Indian women feel this attention is not new or special.
They say the West has always had a certain way of looking at them, either as exotic or not fully respected.
This way of thinking comes from old colonial times.
Indian women have always been beautiful and successful, but now the world is just noticing.
They want to be seen for who they are, not just when the West decides to pay attention.
Internet's sudden fascination with Indian women, calling them 'baddies.'
Viral clips of Indian women at Tyla's concert and Bhavitha Mandava opening Chanel show.
Many Indian women feel the attention is patronizing and not new.
Historical context of colonial and Victorian influences on Western perceptions of Indian women.
Indian women have long had global visibility but are often seen as exceptions.
- Who
- Indian women, both in India and the diaspora
- What
- Internet's sudden fascination and debate over the representation of Indian women
- When
- Recent weeks, coinciding with Tyla's concert and Chanel show
- Where
- Global social media platforms and fashion industry
- Why
- Viral clips and a Chanel show featuring an Indian model
- Key Event
- Viral clips of Indian women at Tyla's concert
- Model
- Bhavitha Mandava
- Fashion Show
- Chanel
- Historical Context
- Colonial and Victorian influences
- Cultural Impact
- Ongoing debate on representation