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Celebrity condemnation of AI deepfake misuse

Overview

Public figures in the music and film industries have increasingly denounced the use of AI-generated deepfake technology to create harmful and deceptive content.

In late September 2026, KATSEYE member Lara Raj condemned a “disgusting” deepfake video that falsely depicted her using a racial slur. Raj noted the emotional toll on young artists, stating, “People often forget we are human beings with feelings... and are not made of steel.”

By early October 2026, similar incidents emerged in the Indian film industry. Actress Janhvi Kapoor and actor Jr NTR condemned a deepfake video that digitally altered footage from the song ‘Chuttamalle’ to create sexually explicit imagery. Kapoor described the incident as a “criminal misuse of technology,” emphasizing that the non-consensual use of AI to objectify women is a violation of dignity that borders on sexual assault. Jr NTR characterized the content as “disgusting, sick and shameless,” vowing to pursue legal action.

On October 9, 2026, the controversy expanded to law enforcement. Hyderabad City Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar issued a warning after an AI-generated image of him circulated, falsely claiming an arrest had been made regarding the deepfake controversy involving Jr NTR and Kapoor. Sajjanar tagged Jr NTR on X, requesting the actor note how some fans were allegedly using AI to spread misinformation, and urged the public to verify media authenticity.

On October 13, 2026, actress Shriya Saran joined the condemnation, describing the use of AI to morph and create explicit images of women as “annoying and unacceptable.” Saran noted she has also been targeted by digitally altered content that manipulates women’s bodies and clothing.

Entities

Janhvi Kapoor · Jr NTR · Devara: Part I · Hyderabad City Police · Lara Raj

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 9 SOURCES] Jr NTR described the AI-morphed video as 'disgusting, sick and shameless'.
[● 9 SOURCES] The deepfake video used footage from the song 'Chuttamalle' from the film Devara: Part 1.
[● 4 SOURCES] Jr NTR urged state and central governments to implement stricter regulations against AI misuse.
[● 4 SOURCES] Janhvi Kapoor condemned the AI-generated fake videos and requested people not to share or promote them.
[● 4 SOURCES] Janhvi Kapoor stated that circulating fictionalized content without consent is deeply violating.
[● 2 SOURCES] Ram Gopal Varma criticized celebrities for giving the fake video publicity by reacting to it.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Vishnu Manchu suggested linking social media identities to Aadhaar to ensure accountability.

Timeline

14 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Shriya Saran condemns AI misuse and digital image manipulation
Actor Shriya Saran has condemned the misuse of AI to create morphed, explicit images of women, following similar concerns raised by Janhvi Kapoor regarding digital body manipulation.
18 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
Hyderabad Police Commissioner warns against AI deepfake misuse
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned against the spread of deepfakes after an AI-generated image of him was used to spread misinformation regarding actor Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor.
20 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Janhvi Kapoor condemns misuse of AI deepfakes
Actress Janhvi Kapoor and actor Jr NTR have condemned the misuse of AI deepfakes following non-consensual manipulated videos, calling for legal action and greater respect for women's digital autonomy.
24 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 37 sources
Janhvi Kapoor and Jr NTR condemn AI deepfake video of ‘Chuttamalle’ song
Indian actors Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor have condemned a sexually explicit AI deepfake video of the song ‘Chuttamalle’, calling for legal action and stricter AI regulations to prevent digital abuse.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Lara Raj of KATSEYE denounces harmful AI deepfake video
KATSEYE singer Lara Raj has denounced a “disgusting” AI deepfake video that falsely portrays her using a racial slur, highlighting the emotional harm caused by such fabrications.

Sources

123telugu.com · bhaskarlive.in · boxofficeworldwide.com · cinema.vikatan.com · cinemaexpress.com · complex.com · deccanchronicle.com · desiblitz.com · desitalkchicago.com · economy.pk · en.etemaaddaily.com · english.mathrubhumi.com · filmibee.in · frontpage.lk · ghanamma.com · gulfnews.com · hindi.news18.com · hindi.newsbytesapp.com · ibtimes.co.in · india.com · iwmbuzz.com · kiss951.com · lankanewspapers.com · latestly.com · lawchakra.in · mangalorean.com · me.mashable.com · mirchi9.com · munsifdaily.com · navbharatlive.com · newindianexpress.com · news9live.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · newsmeter.in · newswire.lk · odishabytes.com · orissapost.com · saferworld.org.uk · sentinelassam.com · siasat.com · socialnews.xyz · southasiandaily.com · telugu360.com · thenewsminute.com · tv9hindi.com · vikatan.com · yespunjab.com

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