Dua Lipa is Working on a New Project That Has Nothing to Do with Music – and Fans Love it

Dua Lipa is earning praise online for a project that has nothing to do with topping the charts. Instead of announcing a new album or tour, the pop star has reportedly opened a physical library in Portugal dedicated to banned and censored books, sparking widespread discussion across social media.

The news gained traction after Metro Entertainment shared a TikTok drawing attention to the initiative, with on-screen text reading, “Dua Lipa’s opened a physical library in Portugal for banned and censored books,” alongside a quote attributed to the singer: “Reading is an incredibly important part of my life and one of my biggest joys.”

While some commenters debated the details behind the concept, many fans applauded the reported project, calling it a meaningful way to use her platform.

A Project About Books, Not Music

According to reports, the library aims to provide readers with access to books that have faced bans or censorship at various points in history, while encouraging people to explore different perspectives through literature.

The initiative also ties back to Lipa’s well-documented love of reading. Over the years, she has regularly shared book recommendations and interviewed authors through her Service95 platform, making literature a visible part of her public persona.

If the reports are accurate, the library marks another extension of that passion.This time, she has created a physical space that showcases works authorities have challenged or removed from shelves in different parts of the world.

Fans Call the Idea “Queen Behavior”

The response on TikTok was overwhelmingly enthusiastic, with many viewers praising Lipa for investing in literacy and education rather than another celebrity business venture.

“Suddenly I am her biggest fan. Love this,” one commenter wrote.

Another simply called it a “Common Dua Lipa W.”

Several fans crowned her an “intellectual queen,” while another described the move as “Queen behavior.”

Others focused on the broader impact of the project rather than Lipa herself.

“Love seeing money go toward educating and supporting communities!!” one popular comment read, earning more than 50,000 likes.

“This is a beautiful example of wealth done right,” another user added.

Many said the announcement only made them admire the singer more.

“Literally everything I learn about this woman makes me love her even more,” one fan wrote.

Others echoed the sentiment with comments like, “She’s THAT girl,” “We love an educated QUEEN,” and “She’s deadass so cool bruh.”

Not Everyone Agreed on the Details

Although the reaction skewed positive, the announcement also prompted plenty of questions.

Some users questioned why Dua Lipa chose Portugal for the library, while several Portuguese commenters pointed out that the country does not currently ban many of the books typically associated with censorship debates.

One commenter argued that Portugal doesn’t ban those books, adding that they didn’t understand the point of the library.

Others questioned what qualifies as a “banned book,” pointing out that many frequently challenged titles remain widely available through bookstores and libraries.

“Just curious, why would any books be banned? Which specifics does her library have,” another commenter asked.

Some users questioned whether the library would include controversial works such as Mein Kampf, while others pointed out that the term “banned books” can mean different things depending on the country, institution, or time period being discussed.

The Conversation Goes Beyond Dua Lipa

Whether fans viewed the project as a celebration of literature or debated the finer points of book censorship, many agreed on one thing: the announcement got people talking about reading.

Rather than centering attention on another music release, Lipa’s reported literary initiative sparked conversations about libraries, access to books, and the role public figures can play in promoting literacy.

For many fans, that’s exactly why they find the project so refreshing.

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