Pop star Sabrina Carpenter and actress Jenna Ortega have set the internet ablaze with their intense chemistry in the music video for Carpenter’s latest single, “Taste.”
Released alongside her sixth studio album, “Short ‘n’ Sweet,” the video features a dark and violent storyline culminating in a passionate kiss between the two leading ladies.
The plot revolves around Carpenter’s character discovering that her ex-boyfriend has rekindled his romance with Ortega’s character. A bloody battle between the vixens follows, with Carpenter sneaking up on Ortega armed with a knife. However, the tables turn when Ortega reveals her shotgun weapon, and the two engage in a fierce showdown.
As the tension escalates, Carpenter channels her inner “Psycho” and confronts Ortega and the mystery man (played by Rohan Campbell) in the shower. Despite losing an arm in the fight, Carpenter vows to return. The unexpected twist? The boyfriend ends up meeting a grim fate, leaving Carpenter and Ortega to attend his funeral together, sipping milkshakes as friends, according to The NYPost.
Fans have flooded the comment section, praising the video’s iconic references and the chemistry between the two stars. Carpenter’s “Short ‘n’ Sweet” album continues to captivate audiences, cementing her status as a rising pop sensation.