The doctor reposted two clips without Haifa Wehbe’s consent. The doctor is accused of exploiting Haifa Wehbe’s image for promotional purposes.

Egyptian judicial authorities have decided to refer a prominent doctor to trial after being accused of using video clips of the singer Haifa Wehbe without legal permission. The Cairo Economic Court is scheduled to hear the first session of the case on April 6, with the artist seeking a civil compensation of 5 million Egyptian pounds.

Case Details

Lawyer Sherif Hafez, representing Haifa Wehbe, said the lawsuit was filed against the doctor, accusing him of using Haifa’s image and performance for promotional purposes without formal approval, violating intellectual property laws. The case seeks compensation for material, moral, and artistic damages caused by the unauthorized use of the videos.

Background of the Incident

Hafez explained that the incident dates back to April 2023, when Haifa Wehbe visited a medical center for a consultation. During the visit, two clips were recorded solely to support the center once, without any agreement allowing their repeated commercial use.

Reposting of the Videos

According to the defense, the doctor reposted the two clips on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, without Haifa Wehbe’s consent, which was considered unauthorized commercial exploitation of her name and image. The lawyer confirmed that Haifa repeatedly requested the clips be removed through her manager, but the requests were ignored, prompting her to take legal action to protect her rights.

Legal Position

The defense emphasized that the commercial use of the videos harmed Haifa Wehbe’s reputation and artistic rights, necessitating legal measures. The Cairo Economic Court is expected to hear the first session of the case on April 6 to rule on the accusations against the doctor.