Popular South Korean YouTuber Tzuyang has apologized for his mukbang video featuring a comedian’s portrayal of a Filipina after it sparked outrage and was branded as racist.
“Originally, I was a farmer’s wife, but now I’m a comedian!” she says. “I came here because I wanted to get married. When I first met my husband, I seduced him. I’m versatile in various ways… I’m skilled at massage and driving. My husband fell for me when he saw that.”
The backlash: Following the controversy, a video of Kim’s reveal gained 2 million views on TikTok, with viewers calling for Tzuyang to be “canceled” and boycotted. Korean American TikToker Priscilla Kwon also posted a video summarizing the controversy, receiving nearly 4 million views.
“While the Filipino fans have voiced that the accent and the cosplaying are offensive, Korean fans are also saying that this video is racist, and they don’t understand why they’re (Tzuyang & her team) are being silent,” Kwon says.
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