Sohail Sameer has apologised to fans and social media users after an old video featuring the Pakistani actor resurfaced online and went viral.
The clip began circulating again several days ago. It showed Sameer alongside a female actor in footage reportedly taken from a film.
Some scenes attracted strong criticism after the video gained renewed attention on social media.
Actor addresses viral clip
Sameer responded to the controversy through a message shared on social media.
He said the footage was around a decade old. He also expressed regret over the distress caused by its circulation.
The actor apologised to people who felt hurt, disappointed or uncomfortable after watching the clip.
Sameer said he may not have considered at the time that material from his past could return years later.
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He said the experience had forced him to reflect on his actions and their impact on others.
Sameer reflects on his family
The actor said he also thought about his own family while reflecting on the controversy.
He noted that he has a mother, sisters and daughters.
Sameer said he would also feel deeply hurt if inappropriate material involving a member of his family circulated publicly.
The reflection led him to acknowledge his responsibility for appearing in the footage.
Actor admits he should have refused
Sameer said he should not have participated in such content, regardless of the circumstances at the time.
He also spoke about the importance of protecting a reputation built over many years.
According to the actor, a person can spend years building a good reputation but lose it through a single incident.
Sameer said he felt genuinely ashamed and saddened by his past decision.
He appealed to his fans and the wider public to forgive him.
The actor’s apology comes as the old footage continues to attract attention online. The original circumstances surrounding the film clip have not been independently verified.
