R. Madhavan Reveals Falling For Fake AI Video Ft. Virat Kohli, Cristiano Ronaldo; Here’s What Happened
Actor R. Madhavan recently shared how he unknowingly fell for an AI-generated video featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Virat Kohli!
Artificial Intelligence has been revolutionizing the digital space, but with it comes the rising threat of misinformation. Actor R. Madhavan recently shared an incident where he unknowingly fell for an AI-generated video featuring football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. During an interview with Zee TV ME, Madhavan recalled how he came across a video where Ronaldo appeared to be heaping praises on Kohli. The video seemed so authentic that he had no reason to doubt its credibility. Impressed by what he saw, he enthusiastically shared it on his Instagram, believing it to be genuine.
R. Madhavan Falls For Fake AI Video
However, the reality hit him when Anushka Sharma, actress and wife of Virat Kohli, reached out to inform him that the video was entirely AI-generated. Only then did Madhavan realize that he had been tricked by deepfake technology. He admitted that despite considering himself well-informed, he had been completely fooled. The realization left him both surprised and embarrassed. Reflecting on the experience, the actor acknowledged the importance of verifying content before sharing it on social media. He emphasized how easy it is to be misled by AI-generated media, which can convincingly mimic real personalities. The incident served as a personal lesson, reinforcing the need for caution when consuming and forwarding information online.
Madhavan’s experience highlights the growing issue of AI-driven misinformation, especially as deepfake videos become increasingly sophisticated. Such manipulated content can be highly convincing, making it challenging even for tech-savvy individuals to differentiate between real and fake. With celebrities and public figures frequently being targeted, the need for awareness and fact-checking has never been more crucial.
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R. Madhavan’s Recent Projects
On the professional front, Madhavan has had a busy year. In 2024, he played a key antagonist in the horror thriller Shaitaan, starring alongside Ajay Devgn and Jyotika. His latest project, Hisaab Barabar, a film centered around bank scams, was released on Zee5. Additionally, he has several films lined up in both Tamil and Hindi, including Adhirshtasaali, Test, Amriki Pandit, De De Pyaar De 2, Kesari Chapter 2, and Dhurandhar.
First Published: February 04, 2025 11:53 AM
