"Labubu maharaj ki jai": Indian woman's hilarious mix-up with the Chinese doll goes viral
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Take your experience further with Premium access. Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only BenefitsA 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.
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.