Delhi Police on Saturday (Jan 20) arrested the mastermind and creator behind the deepfake video featuring actress Rashmika Mandanna from Andhra Pradesh, media reports said. The manipulated video, where Rashmika's face was superimposed onto British influencer Zara Patel, had gone viral, sparking a widespread investigation.

Since November, authorities have been diligently pursuing leads in the Rashmika case. The Delhi Police had interrogated numerous social media users who shared the deepfake, but the creator had remained elusive until now. The law enforcement agency had previously reached out to Meta as well in November, urging them to provide the URL of the account responsible for circulating the viral video.

An FIR had been filed in connection with the incident. Recently, Indian cricket legend&nbsp;Sachin Tendulkar also fell victim to a deepfake video. The video was manipulated to endorse an online game.

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/buoy-meets-satellite-kristen-stewart-brings-bizarre-ai-romance-to-sundance-681809">Buoy meets satellite: Kristen Stewart brings bizarre AI romance to Sundance</a>

Tendulkar discredited the video and urged others to report such instances.

"These videos are fake. It is disturbing to see rampant misuse of technology. Request everyone to report videos, ads &amp; apps like these in large numbers. Social media platforms need to be alert and responsive to complaints. Swift action from their end is crucial to stopping the spread of misinformation and fake news," Sachin wrote on X.

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shoaib-malik-ties-knot-with-pakistan-actor-sana-javed-amid-separation-rumours-with-sania-mirza-681800">Shoaib Malik ties knot with Pakistan actor Sana Javed amid separation rumours with Sania Mirza</a>

<h2>India's action on deepfakes&nbsp;</h2>

In response to the rising threat of deepfakes, the Indian government has announced its intention to formulate regulations targeting the menace. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology will spearhead the efforts to draft regulations, making social media platforms and content creators accountable for the menace.

During the G20 Virtual Summit, PM Modi had expressed concern about deepfake technology, asserting that AI must be safe for the public. In collaboration with nations like the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and China, India signed the Bletchley Declaration during the AI Safety Summit, signaling a collective commitment to collaborate on AI safety research.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Police on Saturday (Jan 20) arrested the mastermind and creator behind the deepfake video featuring actress Rashmika Mandanna from Andhra Pradesh, media reports said.

Delhi Police on Saturday (Jan 20) arrested the mastermind and creator behind the deepfake video featuring actress Rashmika Mandanna from Andhra Pradesh, media reports said. The manipulated video, where Rashmika's face was superimposed onto British influencer Zara Patel, had gone viral, sparking a widespread investigation. Since November, authorities have been diligently pursuing leads in the Rashmika case. The Delhi Police had interrogated numerous social media users who shared the deepfake, but the creator had remained elusive until now. The law enforcement agency had previously reached out to Meta as well in November, urging them to provide the URL of the account responsible for circulating the viral video. An FIR had been filed in connection with the incident. Recently, Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar also fell victim to a deepfake video. The video was manipulated to endorse an online game. Also Read | Buoy meets satellite: Kristen Stewart brings bizarre AI romance to Sundance Tendulkar discredited the video and urged others to report such instances. "These videos are fake. It is disturbing to see rampant misuse of technology. Request everyone to report videos, ads & apps like these in large numbers. Social media platforms need to be alert and responsive to complaints. Swift action from their end is crucial to stopping the spread of misinformation and fake news," Sachin wrote on X. Also Read | Shoaib Malik ties knot with Pakistan actor Sana Javed amid separation rumours with Sania Mirza India's action on deepfakes In response to the rising threat of deepfakes, the Indian government has announced its intention to formulate regulations targeting the menace. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology will spearhead the efforts to draft regulations, making social media platforms and content creators accountable for the menace. During the G20 Virtual Summit, PM Modi had expressed concern about deepfake technology, asserting that AI must be safe for the public. In collaboration with nations like the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and China, India signed the Bletchley Declaration during the AI Safety Summit, signaling a collective commitment to collaborate on AI safety research. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian actor Rashmika Mandanna’s viral deepfake video: Delhi Police nabs creator in Andhra Pradesh

Rashmika Mandanna is considered one of the most popular heroines presently. The Pushpa actress is gearing up for her big Bollywood release Animal, which will be out in a couple of months. But what is keeping her in the news these days is her rumoured fallout with her manager. Recently, it was reported that Rashmika Mandanna’s manager had duped her of Rs 80 lakh. After the incident, it was found the duo had separated, and the parting ended on an ugly note. Now, the actress and her former manager have refuted the rumours. They have issued a joint statement which reveals that their parting was amicable.

<h2>Rashmika Mandanna and manager’s joint statement</h2>

Earlier, it was reported that Rashmika had fired her long-time manager due to unprofessionalism. Now, the statement has put an end to all the speculations regarding the matter.&nbsp;

The statement read, "Rashmika Mandhana and her manager have recently announced their amicable decision to part ways! Thereby addressing the numerous reports circulating about their separation. In an official clarification, both Rashmika and her manager emphasised that there is no animosity between them and refuted rumours surrounding their departure."

"They asserted their commitment to professionalism and revealed their mutual agreement to pursue independent paths moving forward. This statement aims to quell the media speculation and put an end to the unfounded rumours surrounding their professional relationship." 
 
The statement was also issued against the speculation of financial fraud that was being claimed by several reports.

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Actress <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RashmikaMandanna?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RashmikaMandanna</a> &amp; her Manager released an official statement about ongoing rumours.They parted ways on a peaceful note. <a href="https://twitter.com/iamRashmika?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IamRashmika</a> <a href="https://t.co/oBz0UzMEoa">pic.twitter.com/oBz0UzMEoa</a>
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) <a href="https://twitter.com/rameshlaus/status/1671884159189655555?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

Earlier, a source close to the developments revealed that there was no foul play or deception involved between Rashmika Mandanna and her manager, and the two have amicably decided to part ways due to personal reasons.

<h2>Rashmika Mandanna's Animal</h2>

On the work front, Rashmika is all geared up for the release of the highly anticipated film, Animal. The film is helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in prominent roles. The project is all set to hit theatres on August 11.

Apart from that, the actress works extensively in Telugu and Kannada films. She will also be seen in Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule. The film also stars Fahad Faasil and will be a sequel to Pushpa: The Rise.

Rashmika Mandanna is gearing up for the release of Animal. The film is helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in prominent roles.

Rashmika Mandanna is considered one of the most popular heroines presently. The Pushpa actress is gearing up for her big Bollywood release Animal, which will be out in a couple of months. But what is keeping her in the news these days is her rumoured fallout with her manager. Recently, it was reported that Rashmika Mandanna’s manager had duped her of Rs 80 lakh. After the incident, it was found the duo had separated, and the parting ended on an ugly note. Now, the actress and her former manager have refuted the rumours. They have issued a joint statement which reveals that their parting was amicable. Rashmika Mandanna and manager’s joint statement Earlier, it was reported that Rashmika had fired her long-time manager due to unprofessionalism. Now, the statement has put an end to all the speculations regarding the matter. The statement read, "Rashmika Mandhana and her manager have recently announced their amicable decision to part ways! Thereby addressing the numerous reports circulating about their separation. In an official clarification, both Rashmika and her manager emphasised that there is no animosity between them and refuted rumours surrounding their departure." "They asserted their commitment to professionalism and revealed their mutual agreement to pursue independent paths moving forward. This statement aims to quell the media speculation and put an end to the unfounded rumours surrounding their professional relationship." The statement was also issued against the speculation of financial fraud that was being claimed by several reports. Actress #RashmikaMandanna & her Manager released an official statement about ongoing rumours.They parted ways on a peaceful note. @IamRashmika pic.twitter.com/oBz0UzMEoa — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) June 22, 2023 × Earlier, a source close to the developments revealed that there was no foul play or deception involved between Rashmika Mandanna and her manager, and the two have amicably decided to part ways due to personal reasons. Rashmika Mandanna's Animal On the work front, Rashmika is all geared up for the release of the highly anticipated film, Animal. The film is helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in prominent roles. The project is all set to hit theatres on August 11. Apart from that, the actress works extensively in Telugu and Kannada films. She will also be seen in Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule. The film also stars Fahad Faasil and will be a sequel to Pushpa: The Rise.

Rashmika Mandanna on split with manager: ‘There is no animosity’

Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has been a well-known face in south Indian films and is now slowly making her foray into Bollywood, has irked some sections of Twitter over her recent comment on south Indian film music.&nbsp; 
 
During a recent, event, the 'Pushpa' star, whose Hindi movie 'Mission Majnu with Siddharth Malhotra is releasing soon, stated that in Bollywood, romantic songs have a tradition, whereas in the south, there are only masala songs and item numbers.

"For me, when I was growing up, romantic songs meant Bollywood romantic songs," Rashmika said, upsetting some of her fans and followers.

"In the south we have all mass masala songs, item numbers and dance numbers. This is my first Bollywood romantic song from the film 'Mission Majnu'. I am excited because it's so good and I am waiting for you all to listen to it," Rashmika continued.

Rashmika earlier landed into a controversy by expressing aversion to the production house that launched her through the Kannada movie 'Kirik Party', which was directed by Rishab Shetty, now famous because of 'Kantara'. She played the female lead opposite Rishab's good friend, Rakshit Shetty, who has been in the news this year because of his film '777 Charlie'.

She did not tweet or comment on `Kantara` and even stated that she didn`t watch the movie, when every other celebrity from the Indian film industry showered praise on it.

The Kannada film industry has already banned her and now fans are demanding that similar action must be taken against her by Tollywood because she doesn't "respect her roots".&nbsp;

Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has been a well-known face in south Indian films and is now slowly making her foray into Bollywood, has irked some sections of Twitter over her recent comment on south Indian film music.

Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has been a well-known face in south Indian films and is now slowly making her foray into Bollywood, has irked some sections of Twitter over her recent comment on south Indian film music. During a recent, event, the 'Pushpa' star, whose Hindi movie 'Mission Majnu with Siddharth Malhotra is releasing soon, stated that in Bollywood, romantic songs have a tradition, whereas in the south, there are only masala songs and item numbers. "For me, when I was growing up, romantic songs meant Bollywood romantic songs," Rashmika said, upsetting some of her fans and followers. "In the south we have all mass masala songs, item numbers and dance numbers. This is my first Bollywood romantic song from the film 'Mission Majnu'. I am excited because it's so good and I am waiting for you all to listen to it," Rashmika continued. Rashmika earlier landed into a controversy by expressing aversion to the production house that launched her through the Kannada movie 'Kirik Party', which was directed by Rishab Shetty, now famous because of 'Kantara'. She played the female lead opposite Rishab's good friend, Rakshit Shetty, who has been in the news this year because of his film '777 Charlie'. She did not tweet or comment on `Kantara` and even stated that she didn`t watch the movie, when every other celebrity from the Indian film industry showered praise on it. The Kannada film industry has already banned her and now fans are demanding that similar action must be taken against her by Tollywood because she doesn't "respect her roots".

Rashmika Mandanna's comments on south cinema's music angers fans