Tag: Racism

Social Media Influencer Khaby Lame Calls for End to Racism
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Social Media Influencer Khaby Lame Calls for End to Racism

Popular social media star Khaby Lame is using his TikTok and other social media platforms to fight against racism. Lame, who is known for his hilarious skits debunking overly complicated life hacks, has spoken out against racial prejudice on multiple platforms. Khaby Lame, the famous TikTok star known for his hilarious videos, is standing up against racism, and some people don't like it. Despite being the second most followed person on TikTok with nearly 115 million fans, he's facing backlash for speaking out against racism. Charli D’Amelio occupies the top spot with 125.6 million followers. In a video he posted with actor Salvatore Esposito, Khaby urged his followers to say "no to racism." But not everyone was on board. Some threatened to unfollow him because of it. This is not the...
Mindy Kaling Criticized Scooby Doo Spinoff
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Mindy Kaling Criticized Scooby Doo Spinoff

Mindy Kaling ‘couldn’t understand’ backlash over playing Velma in Scooby-Doo spin-off HOLLYWOOD, AMERICA - Hollywood Actress, Mindy Kaling has responded to a racist backlash over her role as Velma Dinkley in Scooby Doo’s new spin-off series about the character. ''I just can't understand how people can not imagine a really smart, nerdy girl with terrible eyesight and loved to solve mysteries can not be Indian'', said Kaling. The 42 year-old actor is set to play a “reimagined” Velma in the HBO Max series. The response to the news prompt criticism from some fans who took objection to an “Indian” playing the part . https://twitter.com/DiscussingFilm/status/1403098971191615492 Mindy Kaling is addressing the criticism that the South Asian Scooby Doo spin off had been at the center...