Sopha Dopha Shines at Sydney Premiere with Bold Fashion Statement
Social media sensation Sopha Dopha, whose real name is Sophia Begg, made a striking appearance on the red carpet at the Wuthering Heights Sydney premiere on Thursday night. The event, held at the State Theatre, showcased the 22-year-old influencer's flair for glamorous and daring fashion, as she arrived in a sparkling white mini dress that left little to the imagination.
A Daring Ensemble That Captured Attention
Sopha's outfit featured a bejewelled corset bodice dripping with crystals, combined with playful tulle that created an eye-popping skirt. The plunging neckline and braless choice ensured all eyes were on her as she posed for photographers, though it came dangerously close to a wardrobe malfunction. She paired the dress with sparkly heels, a metallic-hued clutch, glinting drop earrings, and silver stiletto-shaped nails, completing a look that balanced confidence with high-fashion flair.
Her golden blonde waves were styled in effortless beachy curls, cascading over one shoulder, while bronzed, glowing makeup highlighted her sun-kissed complexion and defined brows. This bold ensemble cemented Sopha as one of the undeniable style stars of the night, alongside fellow attendees such as Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, Hailey Bieber, and Tammy Hembrow.
Controversy Brews Over New Matcha Drink
However, the glamour of the premiere was contrasted by recent online backlash against Sopha's new Matcha drink, a collaboration with wellness brand Tropeaka. The iced beverage, launched earlier this month and advertised as available in 7-Eleven stores across Australia, has faced harsh criticism from reviewers on social media platforms like TikTok.
TikToker Danib1023 shared a clip of herself and friends trying the flavoured beverage, with one taste tester complaining, 'That's so terrible,' and another labelling it 'so bad.' A third commented, 'That's feral,' on the drink, which is pitched as 'Japanese Matcha in a smooth and creamy oat milk latte.' The video, captioned 'Not good at all,' has been viewed by over 700,000 users.
Further Reviews Add to the Criticism
Another review from ElitentitledAU on TikTok featured Jess Lima, director of a digital marketing brand, and social media manager Amelia Duff conducting a taste test. Jess described the experience as, 'I feel like I'm tasting water after something accidentally fell into it.' After trying the strawberry-flavoured Matcha with disappointing results, she quipped, 'I can't even rate it.' Despite declaring they 'loved' Sophia, who has 1.4 million followers, the pair implored viewers to 'try' the beverage.
The review received dozens of comments from followers who criticised the product, with one complaining, 'I love Soph, but honestly, these should be called oat milk drinks, not matcha in the slightest.' Originating in Japan, Matcha is a green tea made from the Camellia sinensis plant, ground into a fine powder, and has become a popular global beverage boosted by wellness trends.
This juxtaposition of red carpet success and product backlash highlights the volatile nature of influencer culture, where public perception can shift rapidly based on both style choices and commercial ventures.
