From “Goddess” With Millions of Views to a “Stranger” in Affiliate Videos
Trần Hà Linh is a name well known among Vietnamese youth, especially on TikTok. She rose to fame with videos showcasing her stunning beauty, radiant smile, and perfect figure, quickly gaining millions of followers and earning nicknames like “goddess” and “big sister.”
Recently, Trần Hà Linh has jumped on the popular money-making trend of affiliate marketing. She regularly posts product review videos, from cosmetics to clothing, including purchase links to earn commissions.
The controversy started when a video advertising “invisible” lingerie she made went viral. In the clip, she wears pink striped pajamas, holding the product and enthusiastically promoting it.
But what shocked netizens wasn’t the product itself, it was her real appearance. Even longtime fans had to do a double take because they didn’t recognize their idol. Instead of the usual sharp V-line face and flawless white skin, Trần Hà Linh appeared with a fuller face and less defined features. Her skin tone was uneven with some imperfections. Overall, her look was much more ordinary, far from the glamorous “goddess” image she usually projects on social media.
This drastic change quickly became a hot topic for discussion.
Under the post, many former fans expressed confusion and even disappointment seeing the real look of their idol. “Is this really Trần Hà Linh?” one comment read, showing extreme doubt at first glance. “She looked so different before,” another viewer said, comparing it to her usual glamorous image. This confusion comes from how accustomed they were to and trusted the perfect image she built online. When the raw truth came out, feeling deceived was inevitable.
“Fact Check” Comments and Buyers Calling Out the Product
Along with the surprise, many criticized her for dishonest advertising and the product’s poor quality. “Bought it and it really slips down, plus it’s hot,” one user complained, directly calling out the product’s flaws, which were far from the glowing claims.
Moreover, in the video comments, some users shared their real experiences after buying and using the product: “Why does mine keep slipping up? It’s so hot to wear in the sun,” and “I bought two. They’re okay but I really hate that the straps slip off my shoulders because they’re too narrow. So I stopped wearing them.”
These comments directly hit her credibility as a reviewer. Trần Hà Linh isn’t just selling products, she’s selling her own reputation. She shouldn’t risk endorsing low-quality items or exaggerating their benefits just for attractive commissions. Before recommending anything to fans, she needs to make sure she’s truly tried and trusts the product.
