‘Let us explain’: iQIYI feel sorry for shameful ‘Anal Malaysia’ poster



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Streaming platform iQIYI removed its shameful Malaysia Day poster from the internet after its slogan was misinterpreted as “Anal Malaysia” instead of “Anak Malaysia” (Son of Malaysia).

The poster was uploaded on September 9 to promote local programs on its platform in conjunction with Malaysia Day on Wednesday. But it was removed after the choice of typeface attracted the wrong attention of hundreds of people who had a great deal of amusement with the design flaw. Since then, the Chinese company has cheerfully apologized for the design. statement.

“Hello everyone, we saw your reactions on our campaign logo and… we wanted to confirm that it is ‘Anak Malaysia’ and nothing else. We’re sorry if our logo design created any confusion. Next time we will check it at least 50 times a day. We did not intend to offend either party, ”he said yesterday. iQIYI also blatantly told people not to misread the caption out loud “in front of children.”

The poster is no longer available on the company’s social media pages and website, but is widely shared online by others.

“When you are a patriot but also gay”, the Twitter user @Afiqdeen said.

“My God, who approved of this?” @Sharmaineishak intervened.

“Anal Malaysia? Than?” @Sadiqasyraf said.

Was meant to promote award-winning Malaysian films and international films featuring Malaysians as part of the celebrations to commemorate the establishment of the Federation of Malaysia. Movies include Lee Chong Wei – Rise Of The Legend, Tripand Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny starring Hollywood-based Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh.

Aside from that tagline, the poster also featured a backdrop of Malaysian talents, including actor Tosh Chan as badminton athlete Lee Chong Wei and actor Luqman Hafidz from the local film. Wave Ball.

IQIYI's statement of apology.  Photo: iQIYI Malaysia / Twitter
IQIYI’s statement of apology. Photo: iQIYI Malaysia / Twitter

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