Channel Seven’s upcoming Made In Bondi reality show has been slammed by locals after the network announced its plans for the Made In Chelsea-inspired series.
The show, which is slated to premiere in 2024, is said to “follow the lives and loves of Sydney’s young, social elite” and give viewers “a front-row seat to parties, fashion, and romances”.
“From trendy bars to luxurious harbourside mansions, this group of young socialites will navigate the interconnected web of relationships that define their lives,” a statement read.
Fans of the UK’s Made In Chelsea were thrilled with the news that an Aussie iteration is coming. However, the same can’t be said for Sydney residents.
Per Yahoo! Lifestyle, locals are worried that Made In Bondi will be an “unrealistic” representation of the Eastern suburbs.
“The last thing Bondi needs is more unrealistic media reinforcing these stereotypes [that everybody is an influencer here],” Jean, a mother who has lived in Bondi her whole life, told the publication.
“This is one of the most diverse suburbs in Sydney with such a strong sense of community but that is never highlighted.”
Locals fear Made In Bondi will showcase ‘entitled rich kids
A Bondi cafe worker added that the “real Bondi” is that of families, backpackers and people of all ages and ethnic backgrounds.
British expat Jake Leech agreed, telling Yahoo! Lifestyle: “Bondi isn’t defined by a handful of cosmetically enhanced, entitled rich kids wanting attention.”
Made In Bondi also copped a flogging on social media.
“Australia’s media output is getting more Sydney-centric and less meaningful by the day,” one user wrote.
“The real elite wouldn’t be caught dead doing this,” another added.
A third person poked fun at Bondi stereotypes and wrote: “I wonder if it’ll just be coke, kale smoothies and influencers?”
Alongside the announcement of Made In Bondi at the annual Seven Upfronts event, the network also debuted a new slew of shows, including Stranded on Honeymoon Island.
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