Shocking incident: Deepfake video of Alia Bhatt goes viral, sparks concerns over AI misuse
The manipulated video circulating on various social media platforms portrays Alia Bhatt's face seamlessly integrated onto another woman's body.
Highlights
- A deepfake video featuring Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has surfaced on the internet
- Alia Bhatt's face was integrated into another woman's body
- The video appears to be altered and manipulated
In the latest twist of a concerning trend, a deepfake video featuring Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has surfaced, igniting a fresh wave of discussions surrounding the implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Following in the footsteps of Rashmika Mandanna, Katrina Kaif, and Kajol, Alia Bhatt is the latest celebrity to fall victim to this technological manipulation.
Alia's face on an unfamiliar canvas
The manipulated video circulating on various social media platforms portrays Alia Bhatt's face seamlessly integrated into another woman's body. Dressed in a stylish blue floral co-ord set, the deepfake video captures Alia making suggestive actions for the camera. The video appears to be altered and manipulated.
Growing deepfake controversies in Bollywood
Alia Bhatt's deepfake video follows a series of similar controversies in Bollywood. Not long ago, a manipulated video featuring Kajol made the rounds on the internet.
In this instance, an original clip of influencer Rosie Breen participating in the 'Get Ready With Me' trend on TikTok was altered to showcase Kajol changing clothes on camera. The rising frequency of such incidents has raised questions about the potential harm and ethical implications associated with deepfake technology.
Govt responds to the deepfake issue
In response to the rising concerns over deepfake content, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar announced that the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) is set to create a platform where individuals can report violations of IT rules on social media platforms.
"Meity will establish a user-friendly platform for people to easily report rule violations to the ministry. Additionally, the ministry will develop a mechanism to assist individuals in filing FIRs."
It is noteworthy that Section 7 of the IT rules addresses the possibility of revoking the intermediary status of social media platforms and pursuing legal action against them under the Indian Penal Code if they fail to comply with the specified rules.
Well, the surge in deepfake videos targeting Bollywood celebrities underscores the need for increased awareness and vigilance against the potential misuse of AI technology.
As these incidents continue to unfold, the entertainment industry faces the challenge of addressing the dark side of technological advancements and safeguarding the integrity of digital content.
