A viral video claiming that Korean content creator Sumin was harassed while dressed as a pregnant woman during Holi celebrations in India has sparked widespread outrage. However, Sumin clarified that the video was misleadingly edited. He explained that the footage of him pretending to be pregnant was filmed in Bangladesh, while the Holi scenes were recorded during a separate visit to India. The creator expressed concern over the manipulation of his content to incite anti-India sentiment and misinformation. In a statement on Threads, he emphasized that he was not cross-dressing during Holi and that the claims were baseless. Sumin stated his content is intended for cultural exploration and entertainment, not to provoke controversy. He urged those spreading the edited video to cease and mentioned he would take necessary actions to protect his work and reputation. The incident highlights the dangers of misinformation on social media, especially regarding cultural sensitivities.