The Truth About Viral Video: Muslim Man Draping Saree on Hindu Woman
A viral video circulating on social media has caused controversy, claiming that a “Muslim man named Rafiq is attempting to destroy Hindu Culture by draping a saree on a Hindu woman.
Sarees are a traditional Indian garment that has gained popularity all over the world. In Malaysia, saree specialist Joseph Jerry has become a household name for his saree draping skills.
However, a viral video circulating on social media has caused controversy, claiming that a “Muslim man named Rafiq is attempting to destroy Hindu Culture by draping a saree on a Hindu woman.” We conducted a fact check to uncover the truth behind this viral claim.
Several other Facebook users have also claimed the same.
The video in question shows Joseph Jerry demonstrating how to drape a saree on a woman. However, several social media users claimed that the person in the video is a Muslim man named Rafiq and accused him of destroying Hindu culture. The viral claim has caused confusion and raised Communal Controversy.
Fact Check: “Muslim man attempting to destroy Hindu Culture by draping a saree on a Hindu woman.
Our fact-checking team conducted a thorough investigation and found that the viral claim is false. The person in the video is indeed Joseph Jerry, a Malaysian saree draping specialist, and not Rafiq.
We found evidence of Joseph Jerry’s work in multiple videos and pictures online, including a 2019 YouTube video by ViVi TV titled “How to Wear a Saree Simple Steps l Simple Tips to Drape a Saree – Video for Women,” and a video of him draping a saree on a model during a fashion show organized by Zobha, a Malaysian-based textile manufacturing company.
Conclusion
The act of a Malaysian man draping a saree on a woman is not an attempt to destroy Hindu culture. It is a testament to the shared cultural experiences and appreciation between different communities in Malaysia. It is crucial to verify the information before sharing it on social media to prevent the spread of misinformation. In conclusion, we have debunked the viral claim and provided accurate information about the saree draping specialist Joseph Jerry.
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