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Simu Liu speaks out against Canadian boba tea company for cultural appropriation concerns


Actor Simu Liu criticized Quebec entrepreneurs Sébastien Fiset and Jess Frenette for pitching a drink on CBC’s “Dragons’ Den” that they claimed had transformed boba tea. The product, called Bobba, raised concerns of cultural appropriation due to its commercialization of the traditionally Taiwanese drink. Fiset and Frenette sought $1 million for 18% of their company, which they said had $4.6 million in revenue in its second year and expected to make $7 million this year. However, Liu expressed concerns about disrupting the cultural significance of bubble tea and the idea of making it “better.” His comments sparked a debate online, with some viewers supporting Liu’s stance against cultural appropriation while others defended the entrepreneurs’ creativity and innovation. Despite the backlash, Fiset and Frenette accepted an investment offer from Dragon Manjit Minhas on the show. In response to the online discourse, Liu condemned the harassment and threats directed at Bobba’s founders, emphasizing the importance of education and respectful dialogue regarding cultural appropriation. He also called for a more constructive approach to discussing these issues instead of resorting to bullying. Despite facing criticism for his comments on the show, Liu stood by his decision not to invest in Bobba, stating that he wants to uplift minority entrepreneurs in a respectful manner.

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