"Labubu maharaj ki jai": Indian woman's hilarious mix-up with the Chinese doll goes viral
A recent video has sparked amusement and commentary online after an Indian woman was filmed performing religious rituals, mistakenly believing the popular Labubu doll to be a Chinese deity.
The clip, which shows her offering prasad and showing devotion to the quirky collectible toy, has led to humorous reactions – with many jokingly calling it the ‘last generation of innocence’.
"An Indian girl told her mother that Labubu is a Chinese god. Just hearing this, she started worshipping Labubu. Jai Labubu," caption of the video that was shared by X user @TyrantOppressor read.
An Indian girl told her mother that Labubu is a chinese god.
Just hearing this she started worship Labubu.
Jai Labubu 🙇🏻♀️🚩 pic.twitter.com/E5PoR9fZKj
— Oppressor (@TyrantOppressor) August 13, 2025
Meanwhile, the netizens were quick to react.
One user wrote, "This is the last generation of innocence." Another commented, "I see a woman who can accept anything.. who sees divinity in everything.. Just Indian things."
A third user remarked, “In a nation full of fools, superstition is the most profitable business.”
“Content Pradhan desh,” quipped another.
Another individual posted, “Labubu maharaj ki jai.”
Labubu, created by Hong Kong-born artist Kasing Lung, has gained a popularity among Gen Z and toy collectors due to their unique design and celebrity endorsements.
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