TikToker Samia Hijab reconciles with ex-fiance
Samia Hijab, Zahid. Photos: file
The case of TikTok star and social media influencer Samia Hijab, which began with shocking allegations of abduction and death threats, has ended with an reconciliation between the complainant and the accused. Yet, the wider debate it triggered about victim-blaming and abuse continues to echo across society. The saga started when Hijab accused her former fiance, Hassan Zahid, of attempting to kidnap her outside her residence in the federal capital.
Hijab alleged Zahid had been following her for several days, pressuring her with repeated offers of gifts. On August 31, at around 6:30pm, he allegedly tried to forcibly take her away, threatening to kill her if she resisted. CCTV footage of the incident went viral, prompting swift police action and Zahid's arrest. In her statement, Hijab described living under serious threat, appealing for immediate police protection.
According to the FIR lodged at Shalimar Police Station, she alleged Zahid had forcibly taken her phone, attempted to drag her, and continued harassing her even after their engagement ended. As the case unfolded, videos and photos of Hijab and Zahid together surfaced online, fuelling criticism and casting doubts on her claims. She later confirmed Zahid was indeed her former fiance but rejected accusations of dishonesty.
"If I had been killed like my friend Sana Yousuf, people would have shown sympathy. But since I am alive, they are levelling accusations against me," she retorted. The online backlash revealed a deeper cultural issue. Rapper Ali Gul Pir rebuked those defending Zahid, stating, "Victim-blaming loser. You don't own humans if you buy the gifts, doesn't mean you can kidnap them when you feel like it."
Despite the controversy, the legal proceedings concluded in an unexpected turn. Both Hijab and Zahid reached an unconditional settlement, forgiving each other "for the sake of God."
Hijab withdrew her allegations, while Zahid admitted his mistakes and apologised. With reconciliation official, the case has been formally closed.