The situation regarding Mbappe in China is quite serious...mp4

In a video from October 2026 mentioning internet memes about himself ('Dictator Mbappe'),
he referred to a photo where his face was superimposed onto Mao Zedong
as a "Chinese dictator." As this video spread, Chinese netizens raised criticisms that he had insulted China and Mao Zedong.
Subsequently, the controversy expanded as numerous Chinese companies, including Dongfeng Beverage and dairy companies such as Mengniu and Milkground, announced the termination of their partnerships with Mbappe, and reports emerged regarding CCTV, China's state broadcaster, suspending its La Liga broadcasts.
Mbappe later posted an apology for hurting China and the Chinese community with his remarks.