A Filipina influencer found herself at the centre of a social media storm after a video she posted went viral, much to the ire of Thai netizens. Known online as smartgirlphilippines the influencer ignited controversy across social media by launching a blistering tirade against Thai women, labelling them as “easy” and “money grabbers.”
The provocative video, uploaded yesterday, November 5, witnessed the Filipina influencer making sweeping, and arguably offensive, comparisons between Thai and Filipina women. Her bold claims, branding Thai women as “easy” and “money-driven” while painting Filipinas as ideal life partners, attracted a wave of backlash almost immediately.
The influencer, speaking in English, suggested that men visit Thailand purely for “good food and fast women” but insisted Filipinas were the superior choice for marriage.
“Thailand is your girlfriend but the Philippines is your wife. Guys like to go to Thailand for the food and the fast women but Thai girls don’t speak English. They’re more transactional, whereas Filipinas speak English, love foreigners, and we’re more relational. Filipinas will treat you like a king and make you happy. You can date Thailand but you’ll marry the Philippines.”
The provocative comments, further translated into Thai, have been met with heavy criticism from Thai users who slammed the post as not only offensive but also rife with stereotypes. Many commenters expressed dismay at the influencer’s portrayal of Thai women and lambasted the divisive generalisation of cultures.
As the controversial clip continues its viral spread, it raises issues about the delicate balance necessary in cross-cultural discussions and relationships. The uproar serves as a stark reminder of both the connective and divisive power of social media, highlighting how easy it is to offend in today’s digital age.
This viral video incident, widely reported and gaining international attention, underscores the cultural sensitivities involved in cross-national dialogues. It is a poignant example of the necessary caution required in navigating the global stage of social media, as reported by the Daily News.
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