In the book "Why Not Me?" Mindy Kaling humorously reflects on her beauty icon, playfully naming Nosferatu instead of traditional glamorous figures like Sophia Loren or Audrey Hepburn. She appreciates how this fictional vampire embodies essential beauty tips, particularly the importance of sun avoidance and the allure of shadows.
Kaling's choice demonstrates that beauty ideals can be unconventional and that inspiration can come from unexpected places. By highlighting Nosferatu, she challenges traditional notions of beauty and emphasizes the value of protective skincare and mystique in one’s appearance.