Ashton Kutcher On 'The Beauty's Similarities To 'The Substance'

Ashton Kutcher On 'The Beauty's Similarities To 'The Substance'

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Key Points:

  • Ashton Kutcher stars in the FX series The Beauty, which premieres on January 21 at 9pm ET/PT, addressing themes of cosmetic enhancement normalization.
  • Kutcher praised his ex-wife Demi Moore's acclaimed performance in the film The Substance, directed by Coralie Fargeat, highlighting its connection to the show's themes.
  • He discussed how cosmetic procedures have become socially accepted as a way to improve self-esteem, despite potential unintended consequences.
  • In The Beauty, Kutcher portrays the Corporation, a tech billionaire involved with a treatment that enhances users' attractiveness but ultimately ruins their lives.