AceShowbiz - During an appearance as a guest dragon on "Dragons' Den", Simu Liu expressed concern over the company Bobba's decision to market its bottled boba tea as an "improved" version of the traditional Taiwanese drink. This sparked a viral clip that ignited a discussion about cultural appropriation.

While Liu acknowledged the positive support he received for addressing the issue, he condemned the death threats and harassment directed at the business owners. "It's never okay to make threats or bully and harass online," he said in a TikTok video.

Liu also defended his fellow dragons, noting that despite their differing views, they were receptive to his perspective during off-camera discussions. He expressed his regret that these conversations were not captured on film.

In response to Liu's criticism, Bobba issued an apology on social media, clarifying that they did not intend to suggest their product was superior to traditional bubble tea. The company acknowledged their misguided choice of words when attempting to explain their goal of celebrating the drink's growing popularity among other cultures.

Despite the controversy, Liu emphasized the importance of using the situation to educate people about cultural appropriation and promote a more inclusive society. He urged viewers to focus on "making the world a better place" rather than resorting to threats or intimidation.