A model has publicly alleged that Kanye West choked her during the filming of a music video in 2010, describing feeling "suffocated and scared" during the encounter.

Jennifer An claims the incident occurred on the set of a music video for La Roux's song "In For The Kill," which featured West. According to An's account, West allegedly wrapped both hands around her neck and declared "this is art, I'm Picasso" during the filming.

An told the BBC she felt frightened during what she describes as an unwanted physical encounter on the video set. She has characterized the incident as leaving her feeling vulnerable and distressed.

West has responded to the allegations by describing the encounter as part of a "provocative theatrical performance," suggesting the physical contact was intended as an artistic element of the video production rather than inappropriate behavior.

The allegations relate to events that took place over a decade ago during the production of the collaborative music video. The specific circumstances surrounding the filming and the nature of any planned choreography or performance elements have not been independently verified.

Neither representatives for La Roux nor the video's production company have publicly commented on the allegations or the circumstances of the 2010 filming.