Shanifa Babu, a prominent social media influencer of Indian origin, met a tragic end after falling from a 19th-floor apartment in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, according to media reports.
The incident occurred amidst her mother's visit from Dubai, compounding the grief for her family and followers.
Shanifa, known for her presence on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, had garnered a significant following of over 90,000 users.
Just days before her untimely demise, she shared a message on TikTok, cautioning against falling in love with her.
The unfortunate incident unfolded around 9 am, with Shanifa's husband, mother, and children reportedly present in the apartment at the time.
Sources close to the family revealed that both Shanifa's mother and husband were engaged in formalities at the police station in the aftermath of the tragedy.
The news of Shanifa's passing reverberated across social media, with an outpouring of condolences from her online community.
Many expressed disbelief and sorrow, reflecting on their virtual connections with Shanifa despite never meeting her in person.
Shanifa, who was married to an entrepreneur with a construction business in Fujairah, hailed from the southern Indian state of Kerala.
Her sudden demise has left her family, friends, and followers in mourning, highlighting the fragility of life in the digital age.
