Grab your smelling salts, dear readers, because the ton is in an uproar, and this time, it's not about Lady Whistledown's latest gossip rag! Our beloved Colin Bridgerton, played by the charming Luke Newton, has become the target of relentless online hate, and it’s leaving a sour taste in everyone’s mouths. But before you grab your torches and pitchforks, let’s unpack this scandalous situation, shall we?

Love Off-Screen, Hate Online: The Real Reason Behind the Backlash

While millions swooned over Colin's transformation from bumbling brother to smoldering romantic lead in "Bridgerton" season 3, a darker side of fandom has emerged. Why, you ask? Because, darlings, our dear Luke had the audacity to… gasp… find love off-screen!

That's right, the poor man is being crucified for daring to date someone who is not his on-screen love interest, Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington for those who haven't been keeping up). Apparently, some “fans” have taken their “Polin” ship a little too far, and they're not afraid to unleash their fury on anyone who gets in the way.

"It's absolutely bonkers," exclaimed one exasperated fan on Twitter.

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