Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna Rumored to be Dating, Speak Out Against Deepfake Video
By Shrishti Negi; Last Updated: November 10, 2023, 09:09 IST
A deepfake video of Rashmika Mandanna shocked celebrities, prompting a call for legal action from numerous actors. Rashmika’s rumored boyfriend, actor Vijay Deverakonda, also condemned the viral video and called for proper punishment.
Sharing an article titled ‘Government cracks down on deepfakes after viral Rashmika Mandanna video’, Vijay expressed his concern on Instagram, stating, “Efficient accessible cyber wing for quick crackdowns and punishment will make people more secure.” Rashmika reposted Vijay’s story, endorsing his stance.
In the morphed video, a woman with Rashmika’s face was seen entering a lift while wearing a fitted outfit. The video quickly went viral and sparked a public outcry, especially after Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan demanded legal action.
Rashmika also spoke out against the clip, calling it ‘scary’ and expressing her fear over the misuse of technology to manipulate identities. She emphasized the need for urgent action and community support to prevent further harm.
As the story develops, the public is closely following the conversation around the deepfake video scandal involving these two popular actors.
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