India, Aug. 6 -- Ariana Grande's latest music video and new album, Petal, have reignited debate over body image, beauty standards and the scrutiny faced by women in the public eye, as renewed commentary about the singer's appearance spread across social media.

The discussion follows the release of her nearly seven-minute video, in which she reflects on the pressures of fame and public judgement. The singer, who has long urged people not to comment on others' bodies, has repeatedly said she is healthy and has criticised speculation about her appearance. Her representative recently said she plans to step back from public life after her current tour because of "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".

The renewed attention has divided opinion on...