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.

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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.

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<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

In the age of rapid technological advancements, a concerning technology known as 'deepfake'&nbsp;is&nbsp;raising serious questions about the authenticity of digital content and the potential for misinformation. Deepfakes, a portmanteau of 'deep learning'&nbsp;and 'fake',&nbsp;are a product of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies that can manipulate video and audio content to convincingly alter the appearances, speeches, and actions of individuals.&nbsp;

<h2>Indian govt acts against deepfake content</h2>

The Indian government on Tuesday (Dec 26) issued a directive to social media companies to curb deepfake content on their platforms.&nbsp;

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) asked Facebook, Instagram, X and others to remove AI-generated deceptive videos and comply with Information Technology (IT) Rules.&nbsp;As per Indian IT rules, social media platforms must ensure that activities that cause 11 listed harms are not carried out.

<h2>What are deepfakes?</h2>

Deepfakes are like digital magic tricks. They use computers to make fake videos or audio that look and sound real. It's like making a movie, but with real people doing things they never really did.

Deepfake technology operates through a complex interplay of two key algorithms: a generator and a discriminator. These algorithms work together within a framework called a generative adversarial network (GAN) and it employs deep learning principles to create and refine fake content.

Generator Algorithm: The generator's primary role is to produce initial fake digital content, whether it's an audio, a photograph or video. The generator's objective is to mimic the target individual's appearance, voice, or behaviour as closely as possible.

Discriminator Algorithm: The discriminator then analyses the content created by the generator to determine how authentic or fake it appears.

This feedback loop between the generator and discriminator is repeated multiple times, creating a continuous cycle of improvement.

<h2>Why deepfakes raise&nbsp;concerns?</h2>

Misinformation and Disinformation: Deepfakes can be used to create convincing videos or audio recordings of individuals saying or doing things they never did. This poses a severe risk in the spread of false information, causing damage to their reputation&nbsp;and influencing public opinion.

Privacy Invasion: Deepfake technology can manipulate innocent people's images or voices for malicious purposes, violating their privacy and potentially leading to harassment, blackmail, or even exploitation.

Election Interference: There is a growing concern that deepfakes could be used to manipulate political events, such as creating fake speeches or interviews that could sway public perception during elections.

Crime and Fraud: Criminals could exploit deepfake technology to impersonate others in fraudulent activities, making it difficult for authorities to identify and prosecute the culprits.

Cybersecurity: As deepfake technology advances, it can become more challenging to detect and prevent cyberattacks that rely on manipulated videos or audio recordings.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-reacts-to-her-viral-deepfake-video-extremely-scary-655736">Rashmika Mandanna reacts to her viral deepfake video: Extremely scary&nbsp;</a>

<h2>Preventing and detecting deepfakes</h2>

As deepfake technology becomes more sophisticated, researchers and tech companies are working on methods to detect and mitigate the impact of deepfakes. This includes developing algorithms and software that can identify inconsistencies in manipulated content and verify content authenticity.

Here are 7 tips for identifying deepfake audio and video:

Inconsistencies in Facial Expressions and Movements: Pay close attention to the subject's facial expressions, blinking patterns, or unusual movements that may appear unnatural or out of sync with the audio.

Lip Sync Errors: Look for discrepancies between the spoken words and lip movements. Deepfake technology may not always perfectly synchronise audio with the video.

Unusual Lighting and Shadows: Analyse the lighting and shadows in the video. Deepfake content may have inconsistencies in lighting that can reveal manipulation.

Blurry or Misaligned Edges: Check for distorted or blurred edges around the subject's face, especially near the hairline or the chin, which can indicate digital manipulation.

Unusual Backgrounds: Deepfakes may introduce inconsistencies in the background or surroundings. Look for strange patterns, reflections, or anomalies.

Audio Anomalies: Look out for audio glitches, background noise, or changes in voice tone that may signal audio manipulation.

Use Deepfake Detection Tools: Several online tools and software applications are designed to identify deepfake content. You can use these tools to analyse media for potential manipulation.

There have been several high-profile cases involving deepfake videos of celebrities, politicians and other prominent figures. Several deepfake videos of politicians like Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin are currently doing rounds on social media. 
 
Bollywood actress Rashmika Mandanna is the latest celebrity victim of a deepfake video. A morphed clip of a girl entering a lift wearing a form-fitting black dress with a plunging neckline went viral on social media. While many believed that it was Mandanna because of the morphed face, a few questioned the authenticity of the video due to its glitches and anomalies, and later it was revealed that it was generated using deepfake technology.&nbsp;Even Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan called for legal action against the dissemination of the morphed video. The actress herself described the situation as 'extremely scary'.

Katrina Kaif's morphed image has also been doing the rounds on social media. A still from her latest film Tiger 3 has raised further questions about the risks of deepfake technology.&nbsp;The original image depicts the Bollywood star engaged in a fight scene with a Hollywood stuntwoman, both clad in towels. However, the altered version, which has gone viral, shows Kaif wearing a low-cut white bralette and matching bottoms instead of the towel. This image manipulation was executed using AI tools, which can modify and superimpose individuals' faces onto videos and images,&nbsp;resulting in misleading or fabricated content.

In the age of rapid technological advancements, a concerning technology known as 'deepfake' is raising serious questions about the authenticity of digital content and the potential for misinformation.

In the age of rapid technological advancements, a concerning technology known as 'deepfake' is raising serious questions about the authenticity of digital content and the potential for misinformation. Deepfakes, a portmanteau of 'deep learning' and 'fake', are a product of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies that can manipulate video and audio content to convincingly alter the appearances, speeches, and actions of individuals. Indian govt acts against deepfake content The Indian government on Tuesday (Dec 26) issued a directive to social media companies to curb deepfake content on their platforms. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) asked Facebook, Instagram, X and others to remove AI-generated deceptive videos and comply with Information Technology (IT) Rules. As per Indian IT rules, social media platforms must ensure that activities that cause 11 listed harms are not carried out. What are deepfakes? Deepfakes are like digital magic tricks. They use computers to make fake videos or audio that look and sound real. It's like making a movie, but with real people doing things they never really did. Deepfake technology operates through a complex interplay of two key algorithms: a generator and a discriminator. These algorithms work together within a framework called a generative adversarial network (GAN) and it employs deep learning principles to create and refine fake content. Generator Algorithm: The generator's primary role is to produce initial fake digital content, whether it's an audio, a photograph or video. The generator's objective is to mimic the target individual's appearance, voice, or behaviour as closely as possible. Discriminator Algorithm: The discriminator then analyses the content created by the generator to determine how authentic or fake it appears. This feedback loop between the generator and discriminator is repeated multiple times, creating a continuous cycle of improvement. Why deepfakes raise concerns? Misinformation and Disinformation: Deepfakes can be used to create convincing videos or audio recordings of individuals saying or doing things they never did. This poses a severe risk in the spread of false information, causing damage to their reputation and influencing public opinion. Privacy Invasion: Deepfake technology can manipulate innocent people's images or voices for malicious purposes, violating their privacy and potentially leading to harassment, blackmail, or even exploitation. Election Interference: There is a growing concern that deepfakes could be used to manipulate political events, such as creating fake speeches or interviews that could sway public perception during elections. Crime and Fraud: Criminals could exploit deepfake technology to impersonate others in fraudulent activities, making it difficult for authorities to identify and prosecute the culprits. Cybersecurity: As deepfake technology advances, it can become more challenging to detect and prevent cyberattacks that rely on manipulated videos or audio recordings. Also read: Rashmika Mandanna reacts to her viral deepfake video: Extremely scary Preventing and detecting deepfakes As deepfake technology becomes more sophisticated, researchers and tech companies are working on methods to detect and mitigate the impact of deepfakes. This includes developing algorithms and software that can identify inconsistencies in manipulated content and verify content authenticity. Here are 7 tips for identifying deepfake audio and video: Inconsistencies in Facial Expressions and Movements: Pay close attention to the subject's facial expressions, blinking patterns, or unusual movements that may appear unnatural or out of sync with the audio. Lip Sync Errors: Look for discrepancies between the spoken words and lip movements. Deepfake technology may not always perfectly synchronise audio with the video. Unusual Lighting and Shadows: Analyse the lighting and shadows in the video. Deepfake content may have inconsistencies in lighting that can reveal manipulation. Blurry or Misaligned Edges: Check for distorted or blurred edges around the subject's face, especially near the hairline or the chin, which can indicate digital manipulation. Unusual Backgrounds: Deepfakes may introduce inconsistencies in the background or surroundings. Look for strange patterns, reflections, or anomalies. Audio Anomalies: Look out for audio glitches, background noise, or changes in voice tone that may signal audio manipulation. Use Deepfake Detection Tools: Several online tools and software applications are designed to identify deepfake content. You can use these tools to analyse media for potential manipulation. There have been several high-profile cases involving deepfake videos of celebrities, politicians and other prominent figures. Several deepfake videos of politicians like Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin are currently doing rounds on social media. Bollywood actress Rashmika Mandanna is the latest celebrity victim of a deepfake video. A morphed clip of a girl entering a lift wearing a form-fitting black dress with a plunging neckline went viral on social media. While many believed that it was Mandanna because of the morphed face, a few questioned the authenticity of the video due to its glitches and anomalies, and later it was revealed that it was generated using deepfake technology. Even Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan called for legal action against the dissemination of the morphed video. The actress herself described the situation as 'extremely scary'. Katrina Kaif's morphed image has also been doing the rounds on social media. A still from her latest film Tiger 3 has raised further questions about the risks of deepfake technology. The original image depicts the Bollywood star engaged in a fight scene with a Hollywood stuntwoman, both clad in towels. However, the altered version, which has gone viral, shows Kaif wearing a low-cut white bralette and matching bottoms instead of the towel. This image manipulation was executed using AI tools, which can modify and superimpose individuals' faces onto videos and images, resulting in misleading or fabricated content.

Explained | What are deepfakes and how to spot them?

Days after a deepfake video featuring Rashmika Mandanna went viral on the internet, the Delhi Police have written to Meta on Saturday to provide the URL of the account from which it was shared. The move came a day after Delhi police filed an FIR in connection with the incident. 
 
Deepfake videos are synthetic media in which a person in an existing image or video is replaced with someone else's likeness.

Hemant Tiwari, DCP of the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) unit, said the Delhi Police has also sought information about the people who shared the fake video on social media.

"We have written to Meta to access the URL ID of the account from which the video was generated. We have also started doing technical analysis," the Deputy Commissioner of Police said in a statement.

An FIR in the matter was registered under sections 465 (forgery) and 469 (forgery for purpose of harming reputation) of the Indian Penal Code and sections 66C and 66E of the Information Technology Act at the IFSO unit of the Delhi Police's Special Cell after a complaint was received from Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), after the Commission took suo-moto cognisance of the deepfake video of the Indian actress.

The official said a dedicated team of officers has been constituted to crack the case. "We are expecting the case will be cracked soon."

Rashmika Madanna's deepfake video, which was suspected to be made with the help of Artificial Intelligence, went viral on social media last week.

The original video featured a British-Indian influencer, whose face had been edited with Mandanna's face. &nbsp;Soon after the video went viral, Mandanna had taken to X and written, "“I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused.” 
 
Mandanna further said that the same incident could have traumatised her had she not been an actor and instead a schoolgirl. 
 
“Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well-wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can’t imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft.”

(With agency inputs)

Days after a deepfake video featuring Rashmika Mandanna went viral on the internet, the Delhi Police have written to Meta on Saturday to provide the URL of the account from which it was shared.

Days after a deepfake video featuring Rashmika Mandanna went viral on the internet, the Delhi Police have written to Meta on Saturday to provide the URL of the account from which it was shared. The move came a day after Delhi police filed an FIR in connection with the incident. Deepfake videos are synthetic media in which a person in an existing image or video is replaced with someone else's likeness. Hemant Tiwari, DCP of the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) unit, said the Delhi Police has also sought information about the people who shared the fake video on social media. "We have written to Meta to access the URL ID of the account from which the video was generated. We have also started doing technical analysis," the Deputy Commissioner of Police said in a statement. An FIR in the matter was registered under sections 465 (forgery) and 469 (forgery for purpose of harming reputation) of the Indian Penal Code and sections 66C and 66E of the Information Technology Act at the IFSO unit of the Delhi Police's Special Cell after a complaint was received from Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), after the Commission took suo-moto cognisance of the deepfake video of the Indian actress. The official said a dedicated team of officers has been constituted to crack the case. "We are expecting the case will be cracked soon." Rashmika Madanna's deepfake video, which was suspected to be made with the help of Artificial Intelligence, went viral on social media last week. The original video featured a British-Indian influencer, whose face had been edited with Mandanna's face. Soon after the video went viral, Mandanna had taken to X and written, "“I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused.” Mandanna further said that the same incident could have traumatised her had she not been an actor and instead a schoolgirl. “Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well-wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can’t imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft.” (With agency inputs)

Rashmika Mandanna deepfake video: Delhi Police writes to Meta over case, lodges FIR

The Indian government has issued an advisory to social media firms, including X, Instagram and Facebook, calling all these giants to remove morphed images within 24 hours, said an official source on Tuesday (Nov 7).

"IT Intermediary Rules: Rule 3(1)(b)(vii): Social media intermediary shall observe due diligence including ensuring the rules and regulations, privacy policy or user agreement of the intermediary inform users not to host any content that impersonates another person," sources said.

"Rule 3(2)(b): Intermediary shall, within 24 hours from the receipt of a complaint in relation to any content ... in the nature of impersonation in an electronic form, including artificially morphed images of such individuals, take all .. measures to remove or disable access to such content," it added.

The sources said that the advisory issued to social media companies reiterated the existing rules including &nbsp;66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000: Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resources: imprisonment of up to 3 years and a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh. &nbsp;

Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-rashmika-mandannas-viral-deepfake-video-will-leave-you-aghast-amitabh-bachchan-asks-for-legal-action-655694"> </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-rashmika-mandannas-viral-deepfake-video-will-leave-you-aghast-amitabh-bachchan-asks-for-legal-action-655694">WATCH: Rashmika Mandanna's viral deepfake video will leave you aghast, Amitabh Bachchan asks for legal action</a>

The advisory states that the social media giants should take necessary steps to remove content from their respective platforms which in any way depicts impersonation of any kind or artificially morphed images of people, within 24 hours from the receipt of a complaint.

It further mentioned that the social media giants should observe due diligence, make sure the rules and regulations are followed, and that users are warned against hosting any content that impersonates another person on their respective handles.

"MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology) will act after social media companies fail to act as per the rule," the source said.

This came after a deep fake video of actress Rashmika Mandanna surfaced online and went viral.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-thanks-amitabh-bachchan-for-his-support-amid-deepfake-video-controversy-655969">Rashmika Mandanna thanks Amitabh Bachchan for his support amid deepfake video controversy</a>

Reacting to the video, the actor shared a note on Monday which read, "I feel hurt to share this and have to talk about the deep fake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused."

"Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well-wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can't imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft."

Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday (Nov 6) reacting to the actress' video said that social media firms are bound to remove any misinformation.

He said that if the platforms fail to comply with IT rules notified in April 2023, Rule 7 will apply and platforms can be taken to court by aggrieved users under provisions of IPC.

"Deepfakes are the latest and even more dangerous and damaging form of misinformation and need to be dealt with by platforms," the minister had said.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian government has issued an advisory to social media firms, including X, Instagram and Facebook, calling all these giants to remove morphed images within 24 hours, said an official source on Tuesday (Nov 7).

The Indian government has issued an advisory to social media firms, including X, Instagram and Facebook, calling all these giants to remove morphed images within 24 hours, said an official source on Tuesday (Nov 7). "IT Intermediary Rules: Rule 3(1)(b)(vii): Social media intermediary shall observe due diligence including ensuring the rules and regulations, privacy policy or user agreement of the intermediary inform users not to host any content that impersonates another person," sources said. "Rule 3(2)(b): Intermediary shall, within 24 hours from the receipt of a complaint in relation to any content ... in the nature of impersonation in an electronic form, including artificially morphed images of such individuals, take all .. measures to remove or disable access to such content," it added. The sources said that the advisory issued to social media companies reiterated the existing rules including 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000: Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resources: imprisonment of up to 3 years and a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh. Also read: WATCH: Rashmika Mandanna's viral deepfake video will leave you aghast, Amitabh Bachchan asks for legal action The advisory states that the social media giants should take necessary steps to remove content from their respective platforms which in any way depicts impersonation of any kind or artificially morphed images of people, within 24 hours from the receipt of a complaint. It further mentioned that the social media giants should observe due diligence, make sure the rules and regulations are followed, and that users are warned against hosting any content that impersonates another person on their respective handles. "MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology) will act after social media companies fail to act as per the rule," the source said. This came after a deep fake video of actress Rashmika Mandanna surfaced online and went viral. Also read: Rashmika Mandanna thanks Amitabh Bachchan for his support amid deepfake video controversy Reacting to the video, the actor shared a note on Monday which read, "I feel hurt to share this and have to talk about the deep fake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused." "Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well-wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can't imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft." Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday (Nov 6) reacting to the actress' video said that social media firms are bound to remove any misinformation. He said that if the platforms fail to comply with IT rules notified in April 2023, Rule 7 will apply and platforms can be taken to court by aggrieved users under provisions of IPC. "Deepfakes are the latest and even more dangerous and damaging form of misinformation and need to be dealt with by platforms," the minister had said. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian govt issues advisory to social media firms after Rashmika Mandanna's deep fake video goes viral

Rashmika Mandanna has reacted over the viral deep fake video that has her face on it. The video is of a social media influencer Zara Patel but Rashmika's face is imposed over Zara's body and in a glance one cannot make out that it is a fake.&nbsp; 
 
On Monday, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-reacts-to-her-viral-deepfake-video-extremely-scary-655736">hours after the video went viral</a>, Rashmika took to social media and stated that it was scary how technology was being misused and that it posed a threat to each one of us.&nbsp; 
 
"I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. &nbsp;Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused," wrote Rashmika on X.&nbsp; 
 
The actress thanked her family, friends and well-wishers for being her 'support system' and admitted that had the incident happened when she was a student she would not be able to handle it well.&nbsp; 
 
"Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can’t imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft," Rashmika concluded in her statement.&nbsp;

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The actress tagged Cyber Security Cell on her post.&nbsp; 
 
As the video became viral, netizens questioned what this could mean for all kinds of news items since it's so easy to morph images and question the authenticity of any information on the net. As users asked for some sort of scrutiny, veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan reposted the video and said, "Yes this is a strong case for legal."

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The video is only a few seconds long and has Zara wearing a black gym outfit with a plunging neckline. The fake video appears so real that it is hard to figure out that Rashmika's face has been morphed in it.&nbsp;

Rashmika Mandanna has reacted over the viral deep fake video that has her face on it. The video is of a social media influencer Zara Patel but Rashmika's face is imposed over Zara's body and in a glance one cannot make out that it is a fake.

Rashmika Mandanna has reacted over the viral deep fake video that has her face on it. The video is of a social media influencer Zara Patel but Rashmika's face is imposed over Zara's body and in a glance one cannot make out that it is a fake. On Monday, hours after the video went viral, Rashmika took to social media and stated that it was scary how technology was being misused and that it posed a threat to each one of us. "I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused," wrote Rashmika on X. The actress thanked her family, friends and well-wishers for being her 'support system' and admitted that had the incident happened when she was a student she would not be able to handle it well. "Today, as a woman and as an actor, I am thankful for my family, friends and well wishers who are my protection and support system. But if this happened to me when I was in school or college, I genuinely can’t imagine how could I ever tackle this. We need to address this as a community and with urgency before more of us are affected by such identity theft," Rashmika concluded in her statement. I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerable to so much harm because of how technology is being misused.… — Rashmika Mandanna (@iamRashmika) November 6, 2023 × The actress tagged Cyber Security Cell on her post. As the video became viral, netizens questioned what this could mean for all kinds of news items since it's so easy to morph images and question the authenticity of any information on the net. As users asked for some sort of scrutiny, veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan reposted the video and said, "Yes this is a strong case for legal." yes this is a strong case for legal https://t.co/wHJl7PSYPN — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 5, 2023 × Meanwhile, Rajiv Chandrasekhar, the Union Minister of Electronics and Technology reacted to the viral video and stated that under the IT rules notified in April, 2023 - it is a legal obligation for platforms to remove deep fake videos within 36 hours from platforms or else can be taken to court by the complainant. PM @narendramodi ji's Govt is committed to ensuring Safety and Trust of all DigitalNagriks using Internet Under the IT rules notified in April, 2023 - it is a legal obligation for platforms to ➡️ensure no misinformation is posted by any user AND ➡️ensure that when reported by… https://t.co/IlLlKEOjtd — Rajeev Chandrasekhar 🇮🇳 (@Rajeev_GoI) November 6, 2023 × The video is only a few seconds long and has Zara wearing a black gym outfit with a plunging neckline. The fake video appears so real that it is hard to figure out that Rashmika's face has been morphed in it.

Rashmika Mandanna reacts to her viral deepfake video: Extremely scary 