Beauty entrepreneur Phoina has denied claims that she is romantically involved with car dealer Khalif Kairo, following the circulation of a viral video that fueled widespread speculation online.

Speaking during an interview with journalist Mwende Macharia, Phoina clarified that the cozy moment captured in the clip was purely platonic.

“Ilikuwa burudani tuu,” she said, emphasizing that the interaction was lighthearted and not indicative of a romantic relationship.

 

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Fan Reactions

Social media users have expressed a range of reactions to Phoina’s clarification. Some fans applauded her for addressing the speculation directly and respecting her privacy:

Others remained unconvinced, noting that the chemistry in the viral clip was undeniable:

@gracy ''Ladies sometimes just want to have fun😌😌roles are reversed guys! ''

@angela ''Exactly, girls just wanna have fun 😍😍😂.''

@ritty ''Tuachane n mambo ya watu wawili .''

@nicki the queen ''Enyewe burudani is to be blamed because she gets cozy with everyone around her 😂😂😂😂😭.''

A third group focused more on enjoying the clip for its entertainment value rather than seeking romantic connections between the two personalities. The variety of reactions highlights how quickly public assumptions can spread once a video goes viral.

The Viral Video That Sparked Reactions

The clarification comes weeks after a short video featuring Phoina and Kairo made rounds on social media. In the clip, the two are seen standing close to each other, laughing, and exchanging playful gestures.

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Many online users interpreted the chemistry between them as more than friendly, quickly speculating that the pair could be Kenya’s newest celebrity couple.

 

 

This public appearance marked the first time the two were spotted together in such an affectionate manner, adding to fan curiosity.

The viral clip quickly gained traction across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, with users commenting on their apparent closeness and playful demeanor.

Phoina’s Recent Relationship Confession

Adding fuel to the dating speculation, Phoina recently addressed a viral statement—“marriage hubamba mafala”—during another social media exchange. In her response, she revealed that she was already in a relationship but chose not to disclose the identity of her part.

The timing of the viral video coinciding with this revelation prompted fans to speculate that the mystery man Phoina referred to could be Khalif Kairo.

Despite these assumptions, Phoina has maintained that the video was simply a fun moment between friends, reinforcing the distinction between public perception and reality.