Ariana Grande has once again become the center of discussion on social media following the release of her new music video for Petal. While many fans praised the creative concept and visual style of the video, others focused on the singer’s appearance, leading to a wider conversation about body image and online comments about celebrities.
The video, released on Friday, features Grande in an audition themed setting. She appears before a panel in an office while wearing a look inspired by the classic film Grease. Her outfit includes black leggings, an off the shoulder black top, a matching scarf around her neck, black heels, pearl earrings, retro sunglasses, and a black leather jacket. She also wears her signature ponytail, styled with tight curls. In another scene, she dances alongside other women waiting for their auditions, all dressed in vintage style outfits while holding scripts.
Sharing the video on social media, Grande wrote, “petal ꕤ 。˚ music video out now.” Soon after the release, many fans praised the song and its artistic presentation. However, others began discussing the singer’s physical appearance and expressed concern about her health.
One social media user wrote, “She is extremely thin and it’s concerning,” while another commented, “I think people are allowed to be concerned for her health.” Another person claimed that Grande’s “bones are literally popping out” and visible. On YouTube, one fan wrote, “as an Ari fan, the song and video are absolutely incredible concepts and incredibly executed but honestly all I can think about is how I hope she’s okay because she literally looks ill. She needs to get help.”
At the same time, many people defended the Grammy winner and urged others to stop commenting on her body. One user wrote, “If y’all actually cared about her you wouldn’t be publicly making comments about her body,” while another said people should “mind your own f–kin business.” Another supporter wrote, “Leave her body alone. Ariana doesn’t exist for your commentary. She’s out here meeting fans, dropping Petal, and living her life her weight is not a public discussion. Body-shaming a woman for being thin is still body-shaming. Full stop. Protect her energy and keep the focus where it belongs: the music.”
This is not the first time Grande has faced public discussion about her appearance. In 2024, she became emotional during an interview when she was asked about the pressure women often face to always look perfect. The latest reactions to Petal have once again highlighted how conversations about celebrities can quickly shift from their work to their personal appearance, while also raising questions about privacy, body image, and respectful online discussions.