Bollywood actors were victims of deepfakes used to influence voters in the 2024 Indian general election

The claim that Bollywood actors were victims of deepfakes used to influence voters in the 2024 Indian general election is supported by multiple reports. Deepfake videos featuring Bollywood stars like Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Ranveer Singh were circulated, showing them making political endorsements and criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. These videos were confirmed to be manipulated using AI technology, with experts and fact-checkers identifying them as deepfakes. The actors themselves denied involvement, and complaints were filed against the misuse of their identities. The widespread use of AI-generated content in the election has raised significant concerns about its impact on voter perception and the integrity of the electoral process. Experts have highlighted the challenges posed by such disinformation, emphasizing the need for better regulation and public awareness to mitigate the effects of manipulated media Reuters, SCMP, VOA News.