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Charithra Chandran Interview on One Piece casting backlash, racism, Indian roots, Miss Wednesday

British-Indian actor Charithra Chandran opens up about stepping into the world of One Piece as Miss Wednesday. In this exclusive conversation with India Today’s Bhavna Agarwal, Chandran speaks about the backlash that followed her casting, navigating racism in the entertainment industry, and why representation continues to motivate her. She also shares how she prepared to bring the beloved manga character created by Eiichiro Oda to life in the live-action adaptation. Chandran reflects on staying grounded amid online criticism, drawing strength from family and community, and the responsibility she feels as a proud Indian actor representing South Asians on a global stage. Watch full interview: 

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