John Cena Sparks Controversy After Apologizing to Chinese Fans for Calling Taiwan a Country Fast and Furious 9 earned 135 million at the China box office over this weekend and is one of the most lucrative markets for the franchise.
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Actor and WWE star John Cena is facing flak on Twitter after posting a video apology on Chinese social media for referring to Taiwan as a country during promotions for his latest film,
Fast and Furious 9.
Earlier this month, while virtually promoting the film to audiences in Taiwan, Cena emphasized that Taiwan will be the first country to see Fast and Furious 9 and told fans that they would be the first to see the movie.
Cinemas in Taipei Ordered to Close for First Time Due to Virus Surge
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Taiwan authorities issued an order on Saturday morning putting the capital city on a level three alert.
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This requires the shutdown of cinemas, sports venues, libraries and other entertainment spots. Family get-togethers will be limited to five people indoors and ten outdoors. Masks must also be worn outdoors. Clubs, saunas, karaoke venues and internet cafes had been ordered closed from Friday.
“Only by doing this can infections be dealt with and controlled,” said health minister Chen Shih-chung. The measure is expected to remain in place until May 28, 2021.
Universal Pictures officially announced Friday that “F9,” the latest entry in the “Fast & Furious” saga, will hit China on May 21, more than a month ahead of its June 25 debut in North America. It had passed Chinese censorship approvals and given permission for theatrical release last week. Along with China, “F9” will also