Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt has publicly expressed support for TikToker Mr Patlu following a deadly stampede at a pre-wedding event in Sialkot, saying he is standing by his former friend despite their past differences.
Mr Patlu, whose real name is Muhammad Ansar Jutt, was associated with a mehndi event in Sialkot where a stampede reportedly left four people dead and 14 injured.
Following the incident, Mr Patlu released a video apologising and appealing to the Punjab government for assistance. He also claimed that a case had been registered against him.
In a video message, Rajab Butt set aside their past disagreements and shared his good wishes for Mr Patlu. He said that although the two were no longer in contact, they had shared good times in the past.
Rajab encouraged him not to lose hope, saying difficult times reveal who one’s genuine friends are and assuring him of his support.
He also said his mother was praying for Mr Patlu and had wanted to speak to him.