PewDiePie Clears the Air After Fans in Southeast Asia Get a Warm (and A Little Rough) Welcome
In a recent video that dropped on January 4th, Felix Kjellberg, the man who owns the crown of “most‑subscribed” on YouTube, goes straight to the heart of the gossip that’s been swirling around his comments about fans in Singapore and Malaysia.
Did He Mistranslate “Excited” as “Hectic”?
When Felix was hit by a TODAY article (originally from Malay Mail) that spotlighted his remark that fans were “haptic” and “scream‑ish” when he showed up, he didn’t miss a beat. He clarified that he was simply comparing the fan culture of the sprawling Asian scene to the “more calm” vibes of his Scandinavian homeland.
- “Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore are big, and people react big,” Felix said, “and it ain’t the same in Sweden.”
- He added a touch of self‑reflection: “I might be exaggerating a bit, but you know the patience of my fans in Malaysia and Singapore is something that surprised me.”
Why Malaysia Feels Like a ‘Body‑Snatch’ (and Not a Photoshoot)
During his 2016 vacation in Malaysia with future wife Marzia Bisognin, the duo felt the sunshine‑filled stay get invaded by a swarm of enthusiastic fans.
“It was literally like people were pulling us out of that hotel,” Felix told viewers. “I felt like we were being hunted.”
He can’t help but chuckle when he mentions the incident later on: “You know, with 100 million fans, that’s an extreme level of attention.”
Singapore: Where a “Celebrity” Was Born From a YouTuber
Throwback to 2013 – the first time his face rocked a headline in Singapore. Felix got a four‑minute shout‑out that felt like a personal triumph.
He acknowledges the admission that he first “mis‑understood” how much the city‑state adored him:
“Seeing the impact I had there blew my mind. It was insane but also oddly exhilarating.”
The Cold Truth & A Warm Apology
Felix admits the way he dealt with the hype was “a little harsh” – a slip his fans didn’t appreciate.
- He says, “Sorry to those fans in Malaysia and Singapore.”
- He adds, “I’m not going to lie; it was a fun, unbelievable experience.”
Following a string of high‑profile controversies that have pushed him into the spotlight in both the good and the nasty directions, this apology feels like a much‑needed reset. Today, he’s found new bliss in Minecraft and spreading a little more humor to keep his community engaged.
From “Let’s Play” to “Apology and Questions”
Felix’s journey from a humble gamer to a global figure shows both triumph and the occasional hiccup. Re‑embracing his roots and placing jokes along the line, he’s proving sometimes the best way to keep a massive fanbase afloat is with a mixture of enthusiasm, humility, and a sprinkle of charm.
