Mumbai Police has taken action following actor Ranveer Singh's complaint about a deepfake video that surfaced online, portraying him expressing political opinions. The video in question, which used AI technology to create a voice clone of the actor, appeared authentic and was linked to Ranveer's visit to Varanasi.
Ranveer Singh filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police's Cyber Crime Cell, leading to the registration of an FIR against the individuals responsible for promoting the AI-generated deepfake video. In response to the incident, the actor's spokesperson confirmed the legal action taken, emphasizing the unauthorized use of the deepfake technology to manipulate his image and voice. The issue of deepfake technology misrepresentation has gained attention in light of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, with Ranveer warning his followers to be cautious of such misleading content.
The misuse of deepfake technology is not unique to Ranveer Singh, as similar incidents involving other actors like Aamir Khan have also occurred. A statement from Aamir's spokesperson clarified that the actor has never endorsed any political party during his lengthy career but has instead focused on raising awareness through Election Commission campaigns. This growing concern over the misuse of deepfake technology has prompted celebrities to speak out about the potential implications and dangers associated with the proliferation of fabricated content.