Watch: IShowSpeed’s Unbelievable Reaction To 'Fake Kidnapping' In Brazil

YouTube pranks have long been a staple of online entertainment, captivating audiences with their unpredictable twists and reactions. However, the line between harmless fun and potentially dangerous situations can blur, as demonstrated by a recent incident involving the popular YouTube streamer, IShowSpeed. During a trip to Brazil, the content creator found himself at the centre of a prank that went horribly wrong.

IShowSpeed, known for his adventurous live streams, was walking through districts in Brazil when a seemingly innocent exploration turned into a nightmarish scenario. In a live-streamed video, he was suddenly confronted by masked gang members wielding weapons such as bats and a wooden plank. The streamer, visibly distressed, was forced against a wall, made to sit down, and pleaded for forgiveness.

As IShowSpeed faced what appeared to be a life-threatening situation, the shocking truth unfolded – the entire ordeal was a meticulously crafted prank by fellow streamer Arab. As the gang members began dancing and chanting shortly after the confrontation, the gravity of the situation slowly transformed into a bizarre spectacle. Arab, who originally intended to use real guns in the prank, decided against it to avoid violating social media platform policies.

Relieved to discover that he wasn’t in real danger, IShowSpeed expressed his genuine fear and distress, admitting that he believed he was going to die during the terrifying encounter. He pleaded with Arab never to prank him in such a manner again.

Arab, the mastermind behind the prank, defended his actions, stating to Dexerto that he believed the prank would go viral. He explained to the news outlet that he initially considered using real guns but decided against it to comply with platform guidelines. Arab also addressed the Brazilian gang members, suggesting that showing respect in seemingly dangerous places can yield humane responses, despite their reputation for violence.

While Arab may have anticipated the prank’s virality, social media users had a different reaction. Many criticized the prank, asserting that it had gone too far.

A user said, “I don’t blame him at all. I would be stressedddd.”

Another said, “How is this a prank.”

A user asserted, “This is not funny bro.’

The consensus among these users was that pranks involving life-threatening scenarios are neither funny nor entertaining.