"Esquire's Joy Ling stated, 'We were stoked to have some face time with the Japanese-American actor, but his schedule prevented it. With a driving need for a feature, we had to be inventive.'"
"The AI Mackenyu was asked vague questions about 'pressure and expectations' and responded with non-committal answers, lacking context and depth."
"Critics pointed out the insensitivity of AI Mackenyu discussing the pressures of living up to his deceased father, Sonny Chiba, calling it 'incredibly fucked up.'"
Mackenyu, known for his role as Roronoa Zoro, could not attend an interview with Esquire Singapore due to scheduling conflicts. Instead, the magazine used AI to recreate his responses from previous interviews. This unconventional approach has drawn criticism from fans who are unhappy with the lack of genuine interaction. The AI-generated interview included vague questions and responses, leading to a surreal reading experience. Additionally, the AI's comments about living up to his late father, Sonny Chiba, sparked ethical concerns regarding sensitivity and appropriateness.
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