Controversy surrounds popular YouTuber MrBeast following his recent video filmed at the ancient Maya site of Chichén Itzá, which has sparked criticism and legal threats from Mexican officials for unauthorized activities.
MrBeast Faces Backlash Over Night Shoot at Maya Ruins in Mexico
MrBeast Faces Backlash Over Night Shoot at Maya Ruins in Mexico
Mexican authorities consider legal recourse against MrBeast’s production team for alleged rule violations at Chichén Itzá.
In a recent turn of events that has captured public attention, the renowned YouTuber MrBeast is under scrutiny after posting a video titled "I Explored 2,000 Year Old Ancient Temples," which has garnered over 60 million views since its Saturday upload. The video features MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, visiting the renowned Maya ruins, part of the UNESCO World Heritage site located on the Yucatán Peninsula.
However, the Mexican culture secretary has expressed serious concerns that the production company responsible for the video may have breached agreements related to the visit. The video shows MrBeast engaging in behaviors that defy visitor protocols, such as climbing pyramids and filming after hours.
An alarming opening line in the clip states, "Everything you guys are seeing now the Mayans didn’t want us to see,” followed by the assertion, “Nobody gets to go where we’re going.” These statements have further fueled the authorities' ire, as visitors are advised against climbing on pyramids and lingering beyond daylight hours. The video also features MrBeast promoting his Feastables brand, claiming his product is "the only Mayan-approved snack on the planet."
The incident raises significant questions about the responsibilities of influencers and content creators when engaging with culturally sensitive sites and the repercussions that potentially arise from disregarding established guidelines.
However, the Mexican culture secretary has expressed serious concerns that the production company responsible for the video may have breached agreements related to the visit. The video shows MrBeast engaging in behaviors that defy visitor protocols, such as climbing pyramids and filming after hours.
An alarming opening line in the clip states, "Everything you guys are seeing now the Mayans didn’t want us to see,” followed by the assertion, “Nobody gets to go where we’re going.” These statements have further fueled the authorities' ire, as visitors are advised against climbing on pyramids and lingering beyond daylight hours. The video also features MrBeast promoting his Feastables brand, claiming his product is "the only Mayan-approved snack on the planet."
The incident raises significant questions about the responsibilities of influencers and content creators when engaging with culturally sensitive sites and the repercussions that potentially arise from disregarding established guidelines.
