Deepfake Video Creator Arrested in India

Digital marketer Eemani Naveen arrested for creating and circulating a deepfake video of actor Rashmika Mandanna, sparking national discussions on digital safety.

Eemani Naveen, a 24-year-old digital marketer from Andhra Pradesh, has been arrested for creating and circulating a deepfake video of actor Rashmika Mandanna.
Naveen confessed to creating the deepfake video to gain followers on his Instagram fan page dedicated to Mandanna.
The video, which superimposed Mandanna's face onto a British influencer's body, sparked national outrage and discussions about digital safety.
Following the incident, the Indian government issued an advisory to social media platforms about the legal provisions covering deepfakes and potential penalties for their creation and circulation.
Deepfake videos, created using artificial intelligence to manipulate visual and audio elements, have become a growing concern, with several other celebrities also becoming victims.