LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Twitch star Imane Anys or simply known as Pokimane has recently called out her “broke” fans who have criticized the price of her controversial Myna cookies.
For those who are not verse with, on November 13, streaming sensation Pokimane unveiled her new company 'Myna Snacks', releasing healthy chocolate ‘Midnight Mini Cookies’ infused with Vitamin D. However, just after few days of launch, Pokimane's new venture stirred a controversy as fans spotted a near-identical product at Costco and at a way cheaper price.
What did Pokimane say?
27-years-old pro streamer has garnered the internet's attention after responding to those who criticized Myna Snacks' pricing. For context, during a livestream on November 19, 2023, the Moroccan-Canadian personality addressed people who expressed dissatisfaction with her $28 snacks.
She said, "I've got to say this one last time, it makes my brain go boom when people are like, 'Oh, my god! $28 for cookies?!' It's four bags. That's $7 a pack. I know math is hard when you're an idiot. But, if you're a broke boy, just say so."
The clip was shared by X account, which wrote,"Pokimane responds to the criticism for the price of her cookies. “If you’re a broke boy just say so”
The content creator's use of the term "broke boys" to refer to those who criticized her product has taken Internet on storm.
Internet trolls Pokimane for her recent remarks
In just one day of posting, the tweet having Pokimane's remark had nearly 20 million views. A user wrote, "So out of touch it's crazy."
The next user said, "30 year old, out of touch with reality, charging 7 dollars for a bag of mid drop shipped cookies… but we are the losers??? Yea aight"
A user wrote, "People who actually like Pokimane need a reality check and some self reflection desperatly." Another user said, "Ironic seeing how she's the one peddling over priced cookies to pay for her lifestyle."
While a user said, "No one’s buying ur overpriced mid rebranded cookies"
