A few days ago, a video surfaced on social media showing a man expertly draping a woman in a saree. However, this video was shared with false claims, alleging that the man in the video, identified as Rafiq, was involved in Hindu marriage ceremonies. Upon further investigation, it became clear that the claims were baseless. The man in the video is not Rafiq but Joseph Jerry, a Malaysian who effortlessly demonstrates how to wear a saree in just three minutes. The video with misleading claims was initially shared by habitual fake news spreader @ajaychauhan41.
Source and Verification
The source of the video in question was traced to a YouTube channel called ViVi-TV, where it was uploaded in 2019. The video’s description explicitly stated that it featured Joseph Jerry, the Malaysian Saree expert, demonstrating the art of saree draping. This information contradicted the claims made on social media.
To verify the authenticity of the video, a thorough investigation was carried out. The video was subjected to digital verification using Invid, a tool for verifying online content. This allowed us to extract keyframes from the video. Further, a Yandex Reverse Image Search was conducted, leading to the discovery of the same video on YouTube. Remarkably, the video had been uploaded on July 13, 2019, long before the false claims emerged. The video’s description reaffirmed that the person in question was Joseph Jerry, not Rafiq, as alleged by the propagandists. [Archive Link]
Intent Behind Misinformation and the Conclusion
The circulation of this old video with false claims serves a specific intent, likely driven by propaganda accounts targeting a particular community. Such misinformation can have serious repercussions, creating unnecessary tensions and mistrust among communities.
In conclusion, the video of a Malaysian man, Joseph Jerry, expertly dressing a woman in a saree has been misappropriated with false claims. This incident highlights the importance of verifying information before accepting it as truth. It is crucial to remain vigilant against the spread of misinformation, as it can be used to fuel divisive narratives. You can refer to the findings of this inquiry in the Twitter thread embedded below.
Claim and Fact
Claim: The video features a man named Rafiq involved in Hindu marriage ceremonies.
Fact: The video features Joseph Jerry, a Malaysian man who demonstrates saree draping techniques, and it was uploaded in 2019 with no connection to Hindu marriage ceremonies.
In our pursuit of accurate and unbiased information, we’ve diligently fact-checked the claims surrounding the incident. Misinformation can sow discord and disrupt communal harmony. Your support matters greatly in our mission to foster an informed and united society. Together, let’s strive to make India and Indians proud, upholding truth and unity. Jai Hind.
