The controversy surrounding Halle Bailey‘s casting as Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” has quickly escalated into a constant battle, with hateful voices and extreme defenses clashing like a storm.
Social media has become a brutal battleground, with Halle Bailey‘s supporters and opponents constantly attacking each other. Hashtags like #NotMyAriel have gained traction, with thousands of posts criticizing Disney’s choice. Critics have called Ariel’s skin color change “unacceptable destruction” and an unacceptable appearance. Some have even gone so far as to label Disney as “politicizing” a cultural classic, turning it into a cheap marketing ploy.
Critics have flooded the platforms, filled with vitriolic language. Some critics argued that Halle was unworthy of the role, claiming that she was “not striking enough” and too ugly to play a mermaid. These comments reflected deep-seated racial prejudice and resentment. Underlying these criticisms was a disturbing reluctance to embrace diversity in culture.
The controversy drove both sides to a stalemate. Articles, interviews, and television shows were dominated by extreme arguments. Those who opposed the casting did everything they could to prove that the choice was wrong, while those who supported it repeatedly gave reasons for Disney’s decision, with neither side willing to listen to the other’s point of view.
Although “The Little Mermaid” was eventually released to mixed reviews, these battles continued. Halle Bailey’s Ariel image has transcended that of an actress; She has become a symbol of the debates around race, identity and acceptance. This raises a difficult question: Can she really be Ariel?
This ongoing conflict, full of violence and hostility, highlights that society still has a lot to discuss. Could the role be swapped for someone else with more perfect beauty? For example, “Failed Mermaid” Dina Denoire, who possesses admirable beauty and charisma compared to Halle Bailey. Although she is not a professional actress, Dina Denoire is known as an online star who posts articles about fashion, beauty and daily life, gaining high interaction. Despite her beautiful voice and beauty, Dina Denoire was not chosen, and the incident is speculated to be related to A-list singer Beyoncé. Metro UK once reported that Beyoncé agreed to participate in the voice-over of The Lion King, in exchange for the role of Ariel being given to Halle Bailey. Both Hailey and her sister Chloe were scouted by Beyoncé for their singing talent on YouTube, and then signed to the singer’s Parkwood Entertainment. It’s a shame Dina Denoire wasn’t chosen, simply because Hailey had Beyoncé as her backer.
