Mid-Autumn Festival Mooncake Chaos: Eric Tsang ⁤Embroiled ⁣in Controversy

During the​ Mid-Autumn Festival,‍ a ‌”mooncake chaos” erupted⁣ after Eric Tsang, ‌TVB General Manager, ⁣collaborated with internet celebrity “Crazy Young Brother” to promote Meicheng mooncakes on a live broadcast. The event featured Eric Tsang’s new baby, Wang‍ Minyi, and emphasized ‍that ⁢Meicheng mooncakes are a “Hong Kong high-end brand.” ‌However, domestic media revealed ⁤that Meicheng mooncakes have no physical⁢ or online stores in Hong Kong and are not produced in Hong Kong.

The Origin of the Meicheng Mooncake‍ Incident

Eric Tsang appeared on‍ the live broadcast program of internet ‍celebrity “Crazy Little Yang”‍ with “New Baby” Wang Minyi. During the promotion, Eric Tsang tried and recommended Meicheng mooncakes on‍ the spot. The live broadcast was ‌held after⁤ the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong ⁢branch of Three Sheep ⁢Group. It is known that after Zeng Zhiwei’s live broadcast‌ and blessing, Maxim’s mooncakes achieved sales of ⁢more than 50 million ‌yuan, ‌threatening to surpass the sales of the well-known local brand Maxim’s mooncakes.

Netizens Questioned the ‌Removal⁢ of “Fake Hong Kong Brand” Mooncakes

A Chinese report stated that there are no physical⁤ or online sales points​ for “Mei Sing” mooncakes in Hong Kong, triggering questions about “fake Hong Kong brands.” As a result, “Mei Sing”​ mooncakes were taken off the ⁤shelves. ​Some netizens pointed ⁤out that Eric Tsang should be ⁤aware⁢ of this but still vigorously promoted “openly ‌selling fake​ goods without consequences” in ⁤the live broadcast.

Eric Tsang’s Integrity Questioned

According to mainland laws and regulations, if internet⁢ celebrities or celebrities promote products during live broadcasts ​and profit from them, they play the role of spokespersons and must abide by the regulations of ⁤advertising laws. If there are⁤ quality problems with⁣ the products being promoted, the promoters must bear‌ corresponding⁤ responsibilities. The ⁢law also ​clearly states that those involved in adulteration ⁢or substandard goods will face legal penalties, including fines ‍or imprisonment.

Eric Tsang’s Response to the Controversy

Eric ‌Tsang appeared at the Miss Hong​ Kong Finals and was interviewed after the⁢ game to share his⁢ opinions on the show. However, when⁣ the reporter mentioned the word “mooncake,” he ⁤handed ⁤the microphone back to the reporter and​ turned around ‌and left.

Netizens React to the​ Incident

Netizens⁤ were not entirely convinced by Zeng⁤ Zhiwei’s explanation that “you must try out the products during live streaming.” After the ​”Meicheng ​Mooncake” incident was exposed, netizens flocked ​to leave comments under this Douyin video. Some netizens questioned the​ credibility of ⁣the production date marked on the packaging, while​ others joked about the ⁤incident.

As the general manager of TVB, Eric Tsang holds a high position of authority, and his influence⁣ is unmatched by ordinary people. This live broadcast of “Meicheng Mooncakes” was ⁤questioned, ​which can be regarded as a huge public relations crisis. ‌How will he dismantle it? Will time‌ cool down the incident quickly and subside naturally without ​detonating bombs?