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WATCH: 'Dr' Matthew Lani goes from scrubs to homeless!

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What started as a TikTok sensation spiraled into one of the biggest fraud stories in Mzansi

WHAT started as a TikTok sensation spiraled into one of the biggest fraud stories in Mzansi.

Matthew Lani, known for his so-called doctor persona, convinced thousands that he was a real medical professional.

From scrubs to a stethoscope, his videos seemed legit, but it turns out, it was all an act.

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WATCH: Part 1 of our series in which Matthew opens up about how he built his online "doctor" character, explaining that the medical advice, clinic settings, and scrubs were purely for show.

Mzansi Reacts: We feature the voices of the community, many of whom feel sorry for Matthew. The reaction is raw and emotional, as Mzansi weighs in on the blurred line between social media stunts and real deception.

WATCH: Part 2, we dig deeper, uncovering how he continued to fuel the illusion, filming in actual clinic spaces and keeping his "doctor" act alive.

Mzansi Reacts: Listeners express their initial shock and disbelief.

WATCH: Part 3, Matthew reveals plans to take legal action against everyone he believes wronged him. This has sparked intense reaction across Mzansi. According to Matthew, the claims are not true.

Mzansi Reacts: Mzansi's reaction turns passionate as they discuss his fight to clear his name, leaving no stone unturned.

Stay tuned Mzansi, as we watch this saga unfold because in the Matthew Lani story, the twists are far from over.

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