Indian YouTuber allegedly detained in Turkiye for sexually explicit remarks about Turkish women
Istanbul: An Indian social media influencer, known online as Malik Swashbuckler, has reportedly been detained by Turkish authorities after a series of controversial videos surfaced showing him making sexually explicit and offensive remarks about Turkish women.
The individual, who is said to be active across platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, allegedly posted content primarily in Hindi. While the videos initially went unnoticed by many locals, they gained significant attention after Turkish social media users flagged them for their vulgar and offensive nature.
In one widely circulated clip, the YouTuber is seen walking through a local market with a woman while hurling abuses at shopkeepers. At one point, he can be heard mockingly asking if they sell the Indian tricolour, before launching into verbal abuse—all while laughing and making inappropriate comments in Hindi.
Another video that sparked outrage includes a deeply disturbing comment in which the man allegedly asks his viewers if he should rape a Turkish woman he encountered. This particular clip drew severe backlash and led to swift action from Turkish authorities.
According to local news outlet Turkiye Today, the individual may have assumed he could evade scrutiny by speaking in Hindi, underestimating the reach of local netizens. However, vigilant Turkish social media users translated and shared the content, bringing it to the attention of authorities.
While the Turkish police have yet to confirm the man’s identity or formally acknowledge his online persona, reports suggest that the videos may have violated laws pertaining to public decency and moral conduct in Turkiye. The controversial content has since been removed from public platforms, and a probe is currently underway.
The Indian embassy in Turkiye has not released an official statement regarding the incident. The influencer’s current legal status also remains unclear, though reports indicate that he is in custody pending investigation.
The incident has provoked widespread condemnation across Turkish social media, with citizens demanding accountability and emphasising the need for foreign visitors to respect local culture and values.
Turkish cops have nicked an Indian tourist after he posted offensive videos about Turkey on his YouTube channel, Malik Swashbuckler. He was caught slagging off Turkish women in Hindi, thinking they wouldn’t understand. The videos kicked off a storm online, which got him arrested. pic.twitter.com/jejqwIOi8L
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