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Why Pinoys call Indians ‘Bumbay’—and other Indian stereotypes
The presence of at least majority of those people of Indian origin who are currently residing in the Philippines can contribute in enhancing Indian influences in the archipelago.
“Sige ka, kukunin ka ng Bumbay!”
Many Filipino children have heard this threat from their parents or guardians at one point in their lives, especially during times when they don’t want to sleep in the afternoon or stop playing on the streets.
Clueless children, who most likely do not really understand what or who a “Bumbay” is, would just follow their parents or guardians out of fear.
In the Philippines, the term “Bumbay” is often used to call people of Indian origin. They are also often associated with Indian money lenders, or those who engage in “5-6”.