New Delhi: MC Stan, the acclaimed rapper, has alerted his fanbase to a distressing development: his YouTube channel has fallen victim to hackers. With a staggering 9 million subscribers, the channel stands as a significant platform for the artist. Taking to Instagram, MC Stan issued a plea to YouTube India for assistance in reclaiming control of his hacked channel. Additionally, he cautioned his followers against interacting with any suspicious links present on the channel.
"Famm kisne toh yede ki leke youtube hack kia hai kya malum kya scene yaar sabr karo thoda!! @youtubeindia My yt channel is hacked!" MC Stan shared via his Instagram stories, expressing his frustration and seeking support from the platform.
In another story, he shared a screenshot from a Bitcoin-related video on the hacked channel, warning against scanning QR codes or clicking on unfamiliar links. "QR code scan mat karna aur konsi link pe jaana mat click mat karna kuch bhi scam ho sakta hai," he cautioned, urging his fans to exercise vigilance. "Public konsi link pe click mat karna," (Public, don’t click on any link) he further emphasised.
Who is MC Stan?
MC Stan, born Altaf Shaikh, has garnered a massive following with his music, notably his hit track ‘Basti Ka Hasti’. Despite his fame, Stan maintains a private persona, shying away from public appearances and media engagements.
Notably, MC Stan surprised fans by participating in the renowned reality show, ‘Bigg Boss 16’. While initially struggling to connect with fellow contestants, he eventually developed friendships with contestants such as Shiv Thakare, Sajid Khan, Abdu Rozik, Sumbul Touqeer and Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia. Stan's journey on the show was marked by transformation and resilience and he end up winning the show.