She fills her cheeks with air like a pufferfish, holds it for a split second, and then slowly releases the air while narrowing her eyes into a "smoldering glare." The result is a face that is simultaneously
If youâve scrolled through TikTok, Instagram, or X (Twitter) in the last 48 hours, youâve seen it. Youâve probably even tried to recreate it in the mirror.
Indah Monica has done something rare. She took a "flaw" (round cheeks) and turned it into a weapon. She took a silly action (puffing air) and turned it into art.
So, the next time someone tells you to "suck it in," remember Indah Monica. Puff it out instead.
The BTS video proves that the magic isn't just in the final photo. It's in the moment between the directions, the breath, and the click of the shutter.
But what makes this trend different from the usual viral duck-face or fish-gape? Itâs the context . Itâs the vibe . And thanks to a leaked (or strategically released) video from a recent photoshoot, we finally understand the genius of Indah Monica.
Most models would panic. Most would contort their faces into something unrecognizable.