WATCH: TikToker Samiya Hijab responds to video circulating online
Pakistani TikTok star Samiya Hijab has publicly denied involvement in a video that has been ciruclating on social media, calling it 'fake' and 'AI-generated.'
The 23-year-old influencer, known for her dance and lifestyle content, claimed she is the target of a deliberate campaign to defame her character.
In a video statement posted to her social media platforms, Samiya strongly rejected the authenticity of the video. 'I completely deny this video and have nothing to do with it. My character is being deliberately targeted to damage my reputation on social media,' she said.
Samiya alleged that the video was spread by her ex-boyfriend. She said the video was fabricated using artificial intelligence technology and warned her followers not to trust the 'false and baseless' content.
Amid growing online discourse surrounding digital privacy, defamation, and the misuse of AI tools, Samiya announced her intention to pursue legal action.
She plans to file a formal complaint with Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing to investigate the matter and hold those responsible accountable.
'This content has been made viral by my ex-boyfriend due to personal enmity and revenge,' she added. 'I will take up the matter legally and will soon file a complaint with the FIA Cyber Crime Wing.'
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