Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against 29 social media accounts accused of creating and circulating AI-generated fake images and videos of actress Rukmini Vasanth. The action follows a complaint filed by the actress, who alleged that manipulated visuals were being shared online in an attempt to damage her reputation and invade her privacy.
Cyber Crime Police Launch Investigation
According to police, the FIR targets a total of 29 social media accounts, including nine Instagram accounts, 14 accounts on X, and six Facebook pages. Investigators have initiated legal proceedings and are examining the origin and distribution of the manipulated content.
The case has been registered under Sections 66C and 66D of the Information Technology Act, along with multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Authorities have begun a detailed probe into the individuals responsible for creating and disseminating the content.
Actress Alleges Misuse of AI and Deepfake Technology
In her complaint, Rukmini Vasanth stated that unknown persons had used Artificial Intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology to superimpose her face onto another individual’s body, creating fabricated visuals that falsely appeared to depict her.
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The actress reportedly told police that the circulation of the manipulated content caused her significant distress and embarrassment. She further alleged that the material was created and shared with the intention of tarnishing her reputation and character.
Rukmini Vasanth Calls Viral Content Fake
Prior to the FIR, the actress publicly clarified that the viral images and videos circulating on social media were fabricated and generated using AI technology. She urged users not to share the content and warned against the misuse of emerging technologies for harmful purposes.
Calling the incident a serious breach of privacy, Vasanth emphasized that creating and spreading manipulated content without consent can have damaging personal and professional consequences.
Deepfake Misuse Raises Growing Concerns
The case highlights increasing concerns over the misuse of AI and deepfake technologies to create deceptive digital content. Cybersecurity experts and law enforcement agencies have repeatedly warned that AI-generated images and videos can be used for impersonation, harassment, reputational harm, and online abuse.
With the investigation now underway, Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police are working to identify those behind the accounts and determine the full extent of the circulation of the fabricated content.
