Pakistani-American actor and model Saeeda Imtiaz responded to rumors about her death that circulated on mainstream and social media on Tuesday. In a video message, Saeeda Imtiaz assured her fans and followers that she is alive and well.
Social Media Rumors Cause Concern for Saeeda Imtiaz’s Family
News of Saeeda Imtiaz’s death began to spread on social media after an announcement was made on her official Instagram account. It was reported that Saeeda Imtiaz had passed away in her room, but there were no additional details given about how it happened.
Saeeda Imtiaz revealed that the rumors had caused concern for her family, particularly her mother and siblings who live abroad. She expressed her regret and shock at waking up to multiple calls and messages about her supposed death.
Saeeda Imtiaz Reveals Her Social Media Accounts Were Hacked
In her video message, she disclosed that her Facebook and Instagram accounts had been hacked. She emphasized that while she understands that people can bully or tease others, hurting a person to the extent of their family and mental health is not acceptable.
She also shared that she spent most of the day crying, but vowed to identify and take legal action against the hackers. She expressed hope that the person responsible for the hack would realize during the month of Ramadan that it is not right to hurt someone.
Legal Action to be Taken Against the Hackers, Says Imtiaz’s Manager
Before Saeeda Imtiaz released her video statement, her legal adviser and manager Mian Shahbaz Ahmed had already confirmed that the actor was alive and well at her home in Lahore. He said that those who hacked Imtiaz’s social media accounts and spread rumors would face legal action. He promised that they would find out the issue behind this matter.
The incident has raised concerns about the prevalence of cyberbullying and the need for stronger laws and measures to prevent and punish such actions.
