A woman who faced heavy online criticism after mocking a former classmate over his alleged job as a pizza delivery worker in a viral video has now claimed the incident was scripted and meant purely as a joke. However, social media users remain unconvinced, with many saying the clarification video appeared staged.
The controversy began after a clip went viral on Instagram and Twitter, showing the woman filming a man sitting on a scooter and allegedly working as a pizza delivery agent. In the video, she identified him as her former schoolmate and made remarks about his profession and age while laughing, as the man appeared visibly uncomfortable.
Backlash grows despite clarification attempt
As the video spread widely, users accused the woman of profession-shaming and humiliating the man publicly. Following the backlash, the woman released another video along with friends and the man, claiming the entire episode was scripted.
According to the group, they were friends who had stepped out after dining at a nearby restaurant and decided to create the video as comedy content. They said they never expected it to go viral or trigger such intense reactions.
They also claimed they regularly create social media content and had no intention of offending anyone.
Social media remains divided
Despite the explanation, many users continued to question the claim. Some said the clarification video itself looked staged, while others argued the man’s body language in the original clip suggested genuine discomfort.
Several users also criticised the content for reinforcing stereotypes and trivialising dignity of labour, especially at a time when social debates around class and gender sensitivity remain strong.
The controversy continues, with public opinion split between those who believe it was scripted content and those who see it as an example of casual public shaming.