TikTok personality Shalam has come forward to address the controversy surrounding the leaked video call and messages that allegedly show him engaging in sexual conversations with a transgender woman on WhatsApp. The revelations sparked intense discussion online, especially given Shalam’s well-known stance against homosexuality and transgender individuals. In response, he has claimed that he was blackmailed and deliberately set up.
On Thursday, shortly after the videos were released, Shalam spoke publicly to clear his name. He stated that he did not know the individual he was communicating with was transgender and believes the entire situation was planned to frame him. According to Shalam, although he had not seen the public video, he had received a video directly from the individual before the exposé occurred. He alleged that the video was accompanied by a demand for money, with the threat that it would be exposed if he refused to pay.
Shalam said he made it clear that he would not give any money and told the individual to post the video if they wished. He insisted that he did not do what the circulating content is attempting to suggest. It is alleged that the initial contact appeared to be business-related before the conversation reportedly shifted into something more personal, with the individual expressing interest in him.
Addressing the screen recording where he is seen looking at the person’s naked butt during a video call, Shalam said that when he answered the call, the phone was already positioned to show the person’s rear as they shook it. He claimed he only glanced at the screen briefly. According to him, the call was very short, and there was no real conversation. He said that once he got a clearer view and realised what was happening, he ended the call within seconds.
Shalam further stated that he blocked the individual immediately afterwards. However, he alleged that they contacted him again through another means and renewed their demand for money. He also claimed that his phone number had been released some time ago, leading to repeated attempts by transgender individuals to set him up. He believes that, in this instance, those efforts were successful.
Despite anticipating backlash, Shalam said he is prepared to accept the criticism that follows. He acknowledged that some public figures may speak out against him, but did not appear overly concerned. He appeared to be in good spirits while telling his side of the story, even laughing as he discussed the situation with fellow TikTokers.
Meanwhile, the transgender person involved shared a different account during a conversation with Moon 10. According to the individual, Shalam has been conversing with the transgender person for a long time, and during those conversations, intimate photos were exchanged. The transgender person further alleged that they later told Shalam that he was speaking with a transgender person, but Shalam’s interest did not fade. They claim their communication continued, and Shalam allegedly requested money.
