Deepfake video of Bhuvan Bam promoting fake product sparks legal complaint

Popular content creator and actor Bhuvan Bam alerts his fans and followers about a deep fake video of him being circulated on social media. The video, which falsely represents Bhuvan urging people to invest in tennis through a certain bookie’s predictions, has prompted a swift response from his team. Recently, deep fake videos have gained popularity, leading to significant losses and inconvenience for many.

Bhuvan's team quickly took action and filed a formal complaint at the Oshiwara police station in Mumbai, bringing attention to the deep fake video's misleading and scandalous nature. The police are currently investigating the matter.

Bhuvan Bam addressed the issue directly, urging people to be cautious, "I want to alert all my fans and followers about a deepfake video of me that is making rounds on social media. This video is completely fake and misguided, encouraging people to invest in tennis through predictions by a certain bookie. My team has already filed a complaint with the Oshiwara police station, and they are investigating the matter. I humbly request everyone not to fall for this video. Please stay safe and avoid making any investments that might lead to trouble or financial loss. It's crucial to be vigilant and not get trapped by these deceitful baits."

Deepfake technology has been increasingly used to create realistic yet fake videos, often leading to misinformation and distressing the individuals involved. In the past, numerous celebrities from both Hollywood and Bollywood, such as Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Amitabh Bachchan, Shahrukh Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Rashmika Mandana, among others, have faced similar issues and spoken out against them.