Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh became the centre of attention for her bold fashion choice at the Wicked: For Good New York Premiere on Monday evening. The 63-year-old actress, known for her impeccable style, stepped onto the red carpet at David Geffen Hall in a dramatic ensemble that immediately set social media alight.
A Dramatic Style Departure
Yeoh debuted a striking transformation with newly cropped hair, but it was her vibrant neon yellow tulle dress that truly captured the spotlight. The voluminous gown was complemented by a stunning statement diamond necklace, creating a look that fans described as worlds away from her usual glamorous attire.
Many observers speculated whether the actress had hired a new stylist, given the dramatic departure from her typical elegant red carpet appearances. The unconventional outfit quickly became a major talking point among fashion commentators and fans alike.
Social Media Reacts
Online criticism was swift and colourful. One social media user quipped: 'It's giving grandma's toilet paper cover.' Another demanded: 'Who picked that dress?' while several others questioned the actress's recent fashion direction.
Further comments included: 'Why is she starting to make so many questionable fashion choices?' and 'She is a beautiful woman... stylist has some explaining to do.' Some fans defended the actress's right to experiment, while others simply expressed confusion at the dramatic style shift.
Contrasting Premieres
The New York appearance stood in stark contrast to Yeoh's recent looks at other Wicked promotional events. Just last week in Singapore, the actress looked breathtaking in a sophisticated bubble-style dress featuring a deeply plunging neckline, paired with a bouncy blonde bob.
Earlier, at the European premiere, she had chosen classic Hollywood glamour with a strapless black dress and her dark hair swept into a sleek bun. During a Paris outing with the cast, where she plays Madame Morrible, Yeoh impressed in an elegant purple caped evening gown accessorised with white opera gloves.
The promotional tour for Wicked: Part One has consistently generated water-cooler moments, from last week's incident where co-star Cynthia Erivo protected Ariana Grande from an overzealous fan, to the viral 'holding space' interview moment that captured global attention.
